Finding the Fourth Proportional to 421, 580.98 and 237
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 421, 580.98 and 237 is: 327.06
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
421 : 580.98 = 237 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
421/580.98 = 237/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
421x = 580.98 × 237 - Step 4: Simplify right side
421x = 137,692.26 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 137,692.26/421 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 327.06
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