Finding the Fourth Proportional to 351, 526.66 and 199
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 351, 526.66 and 199 is: 298.59
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
351 : 526.66 = 199 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
351/526.66 = 199/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
351x = 526.66 × 199 - Step 4: Simplify right side
351x = 104,805.34 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 104,805.34/351 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 298.59
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