Finding the Fourth Proportional to 356, 534 and 128
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 356, 534 and 128 is: 192
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
356 : 534 = 128 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
356/534 = 128/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
356x = 534 × 128 - Step 4: Simplify right side
356x = 68,352 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 68,352/356 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 192
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