Finding the Fourth Proportional to 351.44, 484.68 and 246.44
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 351.44, 484.68 and 246.44 is: 339.88
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
351.44 : 484.68 = 246.44 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
351.44/484.68 = 246.44/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
351.44x = 484.68 × 246.44 - Step 4: Simplify right side
351.44x = 119,446.68 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 119,446.68/351.44 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 339.88
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