Finding the Fourth Proportional to 532, 798.32 and 228
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 532, 798.32 and 228 is: 342.14
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
532 : 798.32 = 228 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
532/798.32 = 228/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
532x = 798.32 × 228 - Step 4: Simplify right side
532x = 182,016.96 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 182,016.96/532 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 342.14
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