Finding the Fourth Proportional to 426.73, 639.54 and 416
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 426.73, 639.54 and 416 is: 623.46
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
426.73 : 639.54 = 416 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
426.73/639.54 = 416/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
426.73x = 639.54 × 416 - Step 4: Simplify right side
426.73x = 266,048.64 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 266,048.64/426.73 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 623.46
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