Finding the Fourth Proportional to 361, 498 and 236.62
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 361, 498 and 236.62 is: 326.42
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
361 : 498 = 236.62 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
361/498 = 236.62/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
361x = 498 × 236.62 - Step 4: Simplify right side
361x = 117,836.76 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 117,836.76/361 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 326.42
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