Finding the Fourth Proportional to 351.44, 526.70 and 243
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 351.44, 526.70 and 243 is: 364.18
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
351.44 : 526.70 = 243 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
351.44/526.70 = 243/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
351.44x = 526.70 × 243 - Step 4: Simplify right side
351.44x = 127,988.71 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 127,988.71/351.44 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 364.18
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