Finding the Fourth Proportional to 364.68, 546.66 and 279
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 364.68, 546.66 and 279 is: 418.22
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
364.68 : 546.66 = 279 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
364.68/546.66 = 279/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
364.68x = 546.66 × 279 - Step 4: Simplify right side
364.68x = 152,518.14 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 152,518.14/364.68 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 418.22
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