Finding the Fourth Proportional to 534.21, 800.79 and 226.14
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 534.21, 800.79 and 226.14 is: 338.99
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
534.21 : 800.79 = 226.14 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
534.21/800.79 = 226.14/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
534.21x = 800.79 × 226.14 - Step 4: Simplify right side
534.21x = 181,090.65 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 181,090.65/534.21 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 338.99
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