Finding the Fourth Proportional to 622, 858.36 and 346
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 622, 858.36 and 346 is: 477.48
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
622 : 858.36 = 346 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
622/858.36 = 346/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
622x = 858.36 × 346 - Step 4: Simplify right side
622x = 296,992.56 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 296,992.56/622 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 477.48
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