Finding the Fourth Proportional to 380.64, 569.82 and 234
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 380.64, 569.82 and 234 is: 350.30
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
380.64 : 569.82 = 234 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
380.64/569.82 = 234/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
380.64x = 569.82 × 234 - Step 4: Simplify right side
380.64x = 133,337.88 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 133,337.88/380.64 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 350.30
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