Finding the Fourth Proportional to 332.46, 458.64 and 234
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 332.46, 458.64 and 234 is: 322.81
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
332.46 : 458.64 = 234 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
332.46/458.64 = 234/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
332.46x = 458.64 × 234 - Step 4: Simplify right side
332.46x = 107,321.76 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 107,321.76/332.46 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 322.81
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