Finding the Fourth Proportional to 440.27, 660.42 and 375.74
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 440.27, 660.42 and 375.74 is: 563.62
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
440.27 : 660.42 = 375.74 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
440.27/660.42 = 375.74/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
440.27x = 660.42 × 375.74 - Step 4: Simplify right side
440.27x = 248,146.21 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 248,146.21/440.27 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 563.62
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