Finding the Fourth Proportional to 318.36, 477.96 and 258
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 318.36, 477.96 and 258 is: 387.34
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
318.36 : 477.96 = 258 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
318.36/477.96 = 258/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
318.36x = 477.96 × 258 - Step 4: Simplify right side
318.36x = 123,313.68 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 123,313.68/318.36 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 387.34
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