Finding the Fourth Proportional to 344.76, 517.14 and 231.48
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 344.76, 517.14 and 231.48 is: 347.22
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
344.76 : 517.14 = 231.48 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
344.76/517.14 = 231.48/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
344.76x = 517.14 × 231.48 - Step 4: Simplify right side
344.76x = 119,707.57 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 119,707.57/344.76 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 347.22
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