Finding the Fourth Proportional to 351, 526.50 and 158.63
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 351, 526.50 and 158.63 is: 237.94
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
351 : 526.50 = 158.63 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
351/526.50 = 158.63/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
351x = 526.50 × 158.63 - Step 4: Simplify right side
351x = 83,516.06 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 83,516.06/351 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 237.94
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