Finding the Fourth Proportional to 317.32, 475.34 and 165
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 317.32, 475.34 and 165 is: 247.17
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
317.32 : 475.34 = 165 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
317.32/475.34 = 165/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
317.32x = 475.34 × 165 - Step 4: Simplify right side
317.32x = 78,431.10 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 78,431.10/317.32 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 247.17
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