Finding the Fourth Proportional to 352.51, 528.77 and 160
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 352.51, 528.77 and 160 is: 240
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
352.51 : 528.77 = 160 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
352.51/528.77 = 160/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
352.51x = 528.77 × 160 - Step 4: Simplify right side
352.51x = 84,602.40 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 84,602.40/352.51 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 240
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