Finding the Fourth Proportional to 419, 578.22 and 235
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 419, 578.22 and 235 is: 324.30
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
419 : 578.22 = 235 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
419/578.22 = 235/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
419x = 578.22 × 235 - Step 4: Simplify right side
419x = 135,881.70 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 135,881.70/419 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 324.30
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