Finding the Fourth Proportional to 862.29, 1,293.64 and 246
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 862.29, 1,293.64 and 246 is: 369.06
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
862.29 : 1,293.64 = 246 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
862.29/1,293.64 = 246/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
862.29x = 1,293.64 × 246 - Step 4: Simplify right side
862.29x = 318,234.21 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 318,234.21/862.29 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 369.06
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