Finding the Fourth Proportional to 384.60, 574.38 and 336
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 384.60, 574.38 and 336 is: 501.80
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
384.60 : 574.38 = 336 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
384.60/574.38 = 336/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
384.60x = 574.38 × 336 - Step 4: Simplify right side
384.60x = 192,991.68 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 192,991.68/384.60 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 501.80
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