Finding the Fourth Proportional to 438.88, 657.60 and 310
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 438.88, 657.60 and 310 is: 464.49
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
438.88 : 657.60 = 310 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
438.88/657.60 = 310/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
438.88x = 657.60 × 310 - Step 4: Simplify right side
438.88x = 203,856 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 203,856/438.88 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 464.49
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