Finding the Fourth Proportional to 413.12, 569.76 and 344
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 413.12, 569.76 and 344 is: 474.43
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
413.12 : 569.76 = 344 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
413.12/569.76 = 344/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
413.12x = 569.76 × 344 - Step 4: Simplify right side
413.12x = 195,997.44 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 195,997.44/413.12 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 474.43
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