Finding the Fourth Proportional to 438, 657.24 and 210
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 438, 657.24 and 210 is: 315.12
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
438 : 657.24 = 210 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
438/657.24 = 210/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
438x = 657.24 × 210 - Step 4: Simplify right side
438x = 138,020.40 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 138,020.40/438 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 315.12
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