Finding the Fourth Proportional to 317, 436.92 and 261.56
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 317, 436.92 and 261.56 is: 360.51
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
317 : 436.92 = 261.56 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
317/436.92 = 261.56/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
317x = 436.92 × 261.56 - Step 4: Simplify right side
317x = 114,280.80 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 114,280.80/317 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 360.51
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