Finding the Fourth Proportional to 534.48, 801.72 and 222
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 534.48, 801.72 and 222 is: 333
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
534.48 : 801.72 = 222 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
534.48/801.72 = 222/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
534.48x = 801.72 × 222 - Step 4: Simplify right side
534.48x = 177,981.84 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 177,981.84/534.48 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 333
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