Finding the Fourth Proportional to 342, 472.08 and 204
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 342, 472.08 and 204 is: 281.59
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
342 : 472.08 = 204 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
342/472.08 = 204/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
342x = 472.08 × 204 - Step 4: Simplify right side
342x = 96,304.32 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 96,304.32/342 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 281.59
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