Finding the Fourth Proportional to 406.35, 609.66 and 345.60
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 406.35, 609.66 and 345.60 is: 518.51
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
406.35 : 609.66 = 345.60 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
406.35/609.66 = 345.60/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
406.35x = 609.66 × 345.60 - Step 4: Simplify right side
406.35x = 210,698.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 210,698.50/406.35 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 518.51
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