Finding the Fourth Proportional to 333, 499.32 and 297
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 333, 499.32 and 297 is: 445.34
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
333 : 499.32 = 297 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
333/499.32 = 297/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
333x = 499.32 × 297 - Step 4: Simplify right side
333x = 148,298.04 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 148,298.04/333 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 445.34
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