Finding the Fourth Proportional to 459.16, 688.26 and 231
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 459.16, 688.26 and 231 is: 346.26
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
459.16 : 688.26 = 231 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
459.16/688.26 = 231/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
459.16x = 688.26 × 231 - Step 4: Simplify right side
459.16x = 158,988.06 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 158,988.06/459.16 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 346.26
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