Finding the Fourth Proportional to 415.68, 573.36 and 312
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 415.68, 573.36 and 312 is: 430.35
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
415.68 : 573.36 = 312 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
415.68/573.36 = 312/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
415.68x = 573.36 × 312 - Step 4: Simplify right side
415.68x = 178,888.32 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 178,888.32/415.68 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 430.35
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