Finding the Fourth Proportional to 412.96, 570 and 238.42
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 412.96, 570 and 238.42 is: 329.09
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
412.96 : 570 = 238.42 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
412.96/570 = 238.42/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
412.96x = 570 × 238.42 - Step 4: Simplify right side
412.96x = 135,899.40 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 135,899.40/412.96 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 329.09
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