Finding the Fourth Proportional to 351.87, 485.96 and 322.71
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 351.87, 485.96 and 322.71 is: 445.68
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
351.87 : 485.96 = 322.71 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
351.87/485.96 = 322.71/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
351.87x = 485.96 × 322.71 - Step 4: Simplify right side
351.87x = 156,822.54 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 156,822.54/351.87 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 445.68
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