Finding the Fourth Proportional to 349.52, 524.28 and 221
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 349.52, 524.28 and 221 is: 331.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
349.52 : 524.28 = 221 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
349.52/524.28 = 221/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
349.52x = 524.28 × 221 - Step 4: Simplify right side
349.52x = 115,865.88 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 115,865.88/349.52 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 331.50
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