Finding the Fourth Proportional to 366, 549.16 and 214
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 366, 549.16 and 214 is: 321.09
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
366 : 549.16 = 214 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
366/549.16 = 214/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
366x = 549.16 × 214 - Step 4: Simplify right side
366x = 117,520.24 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 117,520.24/366 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 321.09
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