Finding the Fourth Proportional to 375.44, 563.16 and 290
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 375.44, 563.16 and 290 is: 435
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
375.44 : 563.16 = 290 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
375.44/563.16 = 290/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
375.44x = 563.16 × 290 - Step 4: Simplify right side
375.44x = 163,316.40 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 163,316.40/375.44 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 435
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