Finding the Fourth Proportional to 439, 658.74 and 211
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 439, 658.74 and 211 is: 316.62
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
439 : 658.74 = 211 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
439/658.74 = 211/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
439x = 658.74 × 211 - Step 4: Simplify right side
439x = 138,994.14 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 138,994.14/439 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 316.62
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