Finding the Fourth Proportional to 364, 546.16 and 212
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 364, 546.16 and 212 is: 318.09
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
364 : 546.16 = 212 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
364/546.16 = 212/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
364x = 546.16 × 212 - Step 4: Simplify right side
364x = 115,785.92 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 115,785.92/364 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 318.09
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