Finding the Fourth Proportional to 426.52, 639.18 and 244
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 426.52, 639.18 and 244 is: 365.66
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
426.52 : 639.18 = 244 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
426.52/639.18 = 244/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
426.52x = 639.18 × 244 - Step 4: Simplify right side
426.52x = 155,959.92 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 155,959.92/426.52 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 365.66
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