Finding the Fourth Proportional to 315.54, 472.68 and 207
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 315.54, 472.68 and 207 is: 310.09
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
315.54 : 472.68 = 207 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
315.54/472.68 = 207/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
315.54x = 472.68 × 207 - Step 4: Simplify right side
315.54x = 97,844.76 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 97,844.76/315.54 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 310.09
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