Finding the Fourth Proportional to 406.63, 561.23 and 259.23
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 406.63, 561.23 and 259.23 is: 357.79
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
406.63 : 561.23 = 259.23 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
406.63/561.23 = 259.23/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
406.63x = 561.23 × 259.23 - Step 4: Simplify right side
406.63x = 145,484.85 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 145,484.85/406.63 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 357.79
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