Finding the Fourth Proportional to 406.18, 609.16 and 174.99
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 406.18, 609.16 and 174.99 is: 262.44
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
406.18 : 609.16 = 174.99 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
406.18/609.16 = 174.99/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
406.18x = 609.16 × 174.99 - Step 4: Simplify right side
406.18x = 106,596.91 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 106,596.91/406.18 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 262.44
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