Finding the Fourth Proportional to 354.43, 531.24 and 172
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 354.43, 531.24 and 172 is: 257.80
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
354.43 : 531.24 = 172 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
354.43/531.24 = 172/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
354.43x = 531.24 × 172 - Step 4: Simplify right side
354.43x = 91,373.28 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 91,373.28/354.43 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 257.80
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