Finding the Fourth Proportional to 309.18, 463.77 and 222
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 309.18, 463.77 and 222 is: 333
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
309.18 : 463.77 = 222 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
309.18/463.77 = 222/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
309.18x = 463.77 × 222 - Step 4: Simplify right side
309.18x = 102,956.94 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 102,956.94/309.18 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 333
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