Finding the Fourth Proportional to 354, 531.24 and 126
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 354, 531.24 and 126 is: 189.09
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
354 : 531.24 = 126 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
354/531.24 = 126/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
354x = 531.24 × 126 - Step 4: Simplify right side
354x = 66,936.24 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 66,936.24/354 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 189.09
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