Finding the Fourth Proportional to 406.42, 609.63 and 324.88
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 406.42, 609.63 and 324.88 is: 487.32
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
406.42 : 609.63 = 324.88 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
406.42/609.63 = 324.88/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
406.42x = 609.63 × 324.88 - Step 4: Simplify right side
406.42x = 198,056.59 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 198,056.59/406.42 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 487.32
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