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Finding the Fourth Proportional to 375, 562.44 and 221

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Solution

The fourth proportional to 375, 562.44 and 221 is: 331.46

Step by Step Solution

  1. Step 1: Write the proportion equation
    375 : 562.44 = 221 : x
  2. Step 2: Convert to fraction form
    375/562.44 = 221/x
  3. Step 3: Cross multiply
    375x = 562.44 × 221
  4. Step 4: Simplify right side
    375x = 124,299.24
  5. Step 5: Solve for x
    x = 124,299.24/375
  6. Step 6: Final answer
    x = 331.46

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