Finding the Fourth Proportional to 627, 865.26 and 351
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 627, 865.26 and 351 is: 484.38
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
627 : 865.26 = 351 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
627/865.26 = 351/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
627x = 865.26 × 351 - Step 4: Simplify right side
627x = 303,706.26 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 303,706.26/627 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 484.38
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