Finding the Fourth Proportional to 384, 576.81 and 222
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 384, 576.81 and 222 is: 333.47
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
384 : 576.81 = 222 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
384/576.81 = 222/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
384x = 576.81 × 222 - Step 4: Simplify right side
384x = 128,051.82 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 128,051.82/384 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 333.47
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