Finding the Fourth Proportional to 413, 569.94 and 229
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 413, 569.94 and 229 is: 316.02
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
413 : 569.94 = 229 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
413/569.94 = 229/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
413x = 569.94 × 229 - Step 4: Simplify right side
413x = 130,516.26 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 130,516.26/413 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 316.02
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