Finding the Fourth Proportional to 441, 608.70 and 303
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 441, 608.70 and 303 is: 418.22
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
441 : 608.70 = 303 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
441/608.70 = 303/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
441x = 608.70 × 303 - Step 4: Simplify right side
441x = 184,436.10 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 184,436.10/441 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 418.22
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