Finding the Fourth Proportional to 225.26, 340 and 225.26
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 225.26, 340 and 225.26 is: 340
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
225.26 : 340 = 225.26 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
225.26/340 = 225.26/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
225.26x = 340 × 225.26 - Step 4: Simplify right side
225.26x = 76,586.70 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 76,586.70/225.26 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 340
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