Finding the Fourth Proportional to 234.20, 350.76 and 218
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 234.20, 350.76 and 218 is: 326.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
234.20 : 350.76 = 218 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
234.20/350.76 = 218/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
234.20x = 350.76 × 218 - Step 4: Simplify right side
234.20x = 76,465.68 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 76,465.68/234.20 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 326.50
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