Finding the Fourth Proportional to 411.20, 555.60 and 411.20
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 411.20, 555.60 and 411.20 is: 555.60
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
411.20 : 555.60 = 411.20 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
411.20/555.60 = 411.20/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
411.20x = 555.60 × 411.20 - Step 4: Simplify right side
411.20x = 228,462.72 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 228,462.72/411.20 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 555.60
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