Finding the Fourth Proportional to 423, 583.74 and 239
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 423, 583.74 and 239 is: 329.82
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
423 : 583.74 = 239 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
423/583.74 = 239/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
423x = 583.74 × 239 - Step 4: Simplify right side
423x = 139,513.86 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 139,513.86/423 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 329.82
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