Finding the Fourth Proportional to 344.59, 516.65 and 162
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 344.59, 516.65 and 162 is: 242.89
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
344.59 : 516.65 = 162 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
344.59/516.65 = 162/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
344.59x = 516.65 × 162 - Step 4: Simplify right side
344.59x = 83,696.49 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 83,696.49/344.59 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 242.89
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