Finding the Fourth Proportional to 380.24, 570.36 and 266
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 380.24, 570.36 and 266 is: 399
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
380.24 : 570.36 = 266 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
380.24/570.36 = 266/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
380.24x = 570.36 × 266 - Step 4: Simplify right side
380.24x = 151,715.76 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 151,715.76/380.24 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 399
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