Finding the Fourth Proportional to 356, 533.46 and 248
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 356, 533.46 and 248 is: 371.62
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
356 : 533.46 = 248 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
356/533.46 = 248/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
356x = 533.46 × 248 - Step 4: Simplify right side
356x = 132,298.08 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 132,298.08/356 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 371.62
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