Finding the Fourth Proportional to 339, 467.82 and 201
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 339, 467.82 and 201 is: 277.38
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
339 : 467.82 = 201 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
339/467.82 = 201/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
339x = 467.82 × 201 - Step 4: Simplify right side
339x = 94,031.82 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 94,031.82/339 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 277.38
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