Finding the Fourth Proportional to 344.18, 516.81 and 200
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 344.18, 516.81 and 200 is: 300.31
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
344.18 : 516.81 = 200 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
344.18/516.81 = 200/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
344.18x = 516.81 × 200 - Step 4: Simplify right side
344.18x = 103,362.00 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 103,362.00/344.18 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 300.31
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