Finding the Fourth Proportional to 405.48, 558.81 and 318
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 405.48, 558.81 and 318 is: 438.25
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
405.48 : 558.81 = 318 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
405.48/558.81 = 318/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
405.48x = 558.81 × 318 - Step 4: Simplify right side
405.48x = 177,701.58 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 177,701.58/405.48 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 438.25
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