Finding the Fourth Proportional to 293.42, 404.50 and 231
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 293.42, 404.50 and 231 is: 318.45
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
293.42 : 404.50 = 231 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
293.42/404.50 = 231/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
293.42x = 404.50 × 231 - Step 4: Simplify right side
293.42x = 93,439.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 93,439.50/293.42 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 318.45
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