Finding the Fourth Proportional to 344, 516.16 and 192
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 344, 516.16 and 192 is: 288.09
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
344 : 516.16 = 192 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
344/516.16 = 192/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
344x = 516.16 × 192 - Step 4: Simplify right side
344x = 99,102.72 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 99,102.72/344 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 288.09
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