Finding the Fourth Proportional to 439.08, 606 and 315
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 439.08, 606 and 315 is: 434.75
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
439.08 : 606 = 315 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
439.08/606 = 315/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
439.08x = 606 × 315 - Step 4: Simplify right side
439.08x = 190,890 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 190,890/439.08 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 434.75
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