Finding the Fourth Proportional to 418.76, 577.69 and 244
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 418.76, 577.69 and 244 is: 336.60
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
418.76 : 577.69 = 244 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
418.76/577.69 = 244/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
418.76x = 577.69 × 244 - Step 4: Simplify right side
418.76x = 140,956.36 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 140,956.36/418.76 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 336.60
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