Finding the Fourth Proportional to 430.80, 645.39 and 366
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 430.80, 645.39 and 366 is: 548.31
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
430.80 : 645.39 = 366 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
430.80/645.39 = 366/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
430.80x = 645.39 × 366 - Step 4: Simplify right side
430.80x = 236,212.74 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 236,212.74/430.80 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 548.31
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