Finding the Fourth Proportional to 354, 488.52 and 216
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 354, 488.52 and 216 is: 298.08
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
354 : 488.52 = 216 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
354/488.52 = 216/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
354x = 488.52 × 216 - Step 4: Simplify right side
354x = 105,520.32 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 105,520.32/354 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 298.08
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