Finding the Fourth Proportional to 316.68, 436.68 and 213
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 316.68, 436.68 and 213 is: 293.71
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
316.68 : 436.68 = 213 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
316.68/436.68 = 213/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
316.68x = 436.68 × 213 - Step 4: Simplify right side
316.68x = 93,012.84 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 93,012.84/316.68 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 293.71
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