Finding the Fourth Proportional to 536.26, 804.40 and 171.08
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 536.26, 804.40 and 171.08 is: 256.62
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
536.26 : 804.40 = 171.08 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
536.26/804.40 = 171.08/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
536.26x = 804.40 × 171.08 - Step 4: Simplify right side
536.26x = 137,616.75 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 137,616.75/536.26 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 256.62
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