Finding the Fourth Proportional to 626, 863.88 and 350
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 626, 863.88 and 350 is: 483
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
626 : 863.88 = 350 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
626/863.88 = 350/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
626x = 863.88 × 350 - Step 4: Simplify right side
626x = 302,358 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 302,358/626 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 483
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