Finding the Fourth Proportional to 418.64, 577.62 and 279
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 418.64, 577.62 and 279 is: 384.96
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
418.64 : 577.62 = 279 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
418.64/577.62 = 279/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
418.64x = 577.62 × 279 - Step 4: Simplify right side
418.64x = 161,155.98 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 161,155.98/418.64 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 384.96
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