Finding the Fourth Proportional to 405, 558.90 and 221
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 405, 558.90 and 221 is: 304.98
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
405 : 558.90 = 221 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
405/558.90 = 221/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
405x = 558.90 × 221 - Step 4: Simplify right side
405x = 123,516.90 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 123,516.90/405 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 304.98
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