Finding the Fourth Proportional to 417, 575.46 and 233
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 417, 575.46 and 233 is: 321.54
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
417 : 575.46 = 233 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
417/575.46 = 233/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
417x = 575.46 × 233 - Step 4: Simplify right side
417x = 134,082.18 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 134,082.18/417 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 321.54
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