Finding the Fourth Proportional to 346.43, 520.76 and 278.71
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 346.43, 520.76 and 278.71 is: 418.96
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
346.43 : 520.76 = 278.71 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
346.43/520.76 = 278.71/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
346.43x = 520.76 × 278.71 - Step 4: Simplify right side
346.43x = 145,140.41 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 145,140.41/346.43 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 418.96
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