Finding the Fourth Proportional to 640, 960.16 and 184
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 640, 960.16 and 184 is: 276.05
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
640 : 960.16 = 184 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
640/960.16 = 184/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
640x = 960.16 × 184 - Step 4: Simplify right side
640x = 176,669.44 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 176,669.44/640 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 276.05
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