Finding the Fourth Proportional to 342.29, 513.33 and 134.02
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 342.29, 513.33 and 134.02 is: 200.98
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
342.29 : 513.33 = 134.02 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
342.29/513.33 = 134.02/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
342.29x = 513.33 × 134.02 - Step 4: Simplify right side
342.29x = 68,793.92 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 68,793.92/342.29 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 200.98
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