Finding the Fourth Proportional to 300.64, 415.02 and 223
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 300.64, 415.02 and 223 is: 307.84
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
300.64 : 415.02 = 223 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
300.64/415.02 = 223/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
300.64x = 415.02 × 223 - Step 4: Simplify right side
300.64x = 92,549.46 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 92,549.46/300.64 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 307.84
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