Finding the Fourth Proportional to 346, 519.20 and 175
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 346, 519.20 and 175 is: 262.60
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
346 : 519.20 = 175 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
346/519.20 = 175/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
346x = 519.20 × 175 - Step 4: Simplify right side
346x = 90,860.00 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 90,860.00/346 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 262.60
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