Finding the Fourth Proportional to 422, 582.36 and 238
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 422, 582.36 and 238 is: 328.44
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
422 : 582.36 = 238 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
422/582.36 = 238/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
422x = 582.36 × 238 - Step 4: Simplify right side
422x = 138,601.68 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 138,601.68/422 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 328.44
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