Finding the Fourth Proportional to 691, 1,036.16 and 204
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 691, 1,036.16 and 204 is: 305.90
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
691 : 1,036.16 = 204 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
691/1,036.16 = 204/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
691x = 1,036.16 × 204 - Step 4: Simplify right side
691x = 211,376.64 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 211,376.64/691 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 305.90
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