Finding the Fourth Proportional to 427.92, 590.84 and 290
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 427.92, 590.84 and 290 is: 400.41
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
427.92 : 590.84 = 290 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
427.92/590.84 = 290/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
427.92x = 590.84 × 290 - Step 4: Simplify right side
427.92x = 171,343.60 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 171,343.60/427.92 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 400.41
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