Finding the Fourth Proportional to 423.64, 583.86 and 307
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 423.64, 583.86 and 307 is: 423.11
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
423.64 : 583.86 = 307 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
423.64/583.86 = 307/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
423.64x = 583.86 × 307 - Step 4: Simplify right side
423.64x = 179,245.02 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 179,245.02/423.64 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 423.11
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