Finding the Fourth Proportional to 622, 933 and 237.25
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 622, 933 and 237.25 is: 355.88
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
622 : 933 = 237.25 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
622/933 = 237.25/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
622x = 933 × 237.25 - Step 4: Simplify right side
622x = 221,354.25 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 221,354.25/622 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 355.88
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