Finding the Fourth Proportional to 347.23, 520.93 and 162
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 347.23, 520.93 and 162 is: 243.04
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
347.23 : 520.93 = 162 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
347.23/520.93 = 162/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
347.23x = 520.93 × 162 - Step 4: Simplify right side
347.23x = 84,390.35 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 84,390.35/347.23 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 243.04
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