Finding the Fourth Proportional to 342.48, 472.68 and 306
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 342.48, 472.68 and 306 is: 422.33
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
342.48 : 472.68 = 306 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
342.48/472.68 = 306/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
342.48x = 472.68 × 306 - Step 4: Simplify right side
342.48x = 144,640.08 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 144,640.08/342.48 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 422.33
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