Finding the Fourth Proportional to 406.16, 560 and 347.04
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 406.16, 560 and 347.04 is: 478.49
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
406.16 : 560 = 347.04 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
406.16/560 = 347.04/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
406.16x = 560 × 347.04 - Step 4: Simplify right side
406.16x = 194,342.40 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 194,342.40/406.16 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 478.49
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