Finding the Fourth Proportional to 864, 1,296 and 351
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 864, 1,296 and 351 is: 526.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
864 : 1,296 = 351 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
864/1,296 = 351/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
864x = 1,296 × 351 - Step 4: Simplify right side
864x = 454,896 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 454,896/864 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 526.50
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