Finding the Fourth Proportional to 350, 525 and 122
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 350, 525 and 122 is: 183
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
350 : 525 = 122 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
350/525 = 122/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
350x = 525 × 122 - Step 4: Simplify right side
350x = 64,050 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 64,050/350 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 183
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