Finding the Fourth Proportional to 429, 592.10 and 245
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 429, 592.10 and 245 is: 338.15
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
429 : 592.10 = 245 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
429/592.10 = 245/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
429x = 592.10 × 245 - Step 4: Simplify right side
429x = 145,064.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 145,064.50/429 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 338.15
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