Finding the Fourth Proportional to 343, 514.50 and 115
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 343, 514.50 and 115 is: 172.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
343 : 514.50 = 115 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
343/514.50 = 115/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
343x = 514.50 × 115 - Step 4: Simplify right side
343x = 59,167.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 59,167.50/343 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 172.50
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