Finding the Fourth Proportional to 351, 526 and 314.22
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 351, 526 and 314.22 is: 470.88
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
351 : 526 = 314.22 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
351/526 = 314.22/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
351x = 526 × 314.22 - Step 4: Simplify right side
351x = 165,279.72 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 165,279.72/351 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 470.88
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