Finding the Fourth Proportional to 311.16, 429 and 236.46
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 311.16, 429 and 236.46 is: 326.01
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
311.16 : 429 = 236.46 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
311.16/429 = 236.46/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
311.16x = 429 × 236.46 - Step 4: Simplify right side
311.16x = 101,441.34 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 101,441.34/311.16 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 326.01
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