Finding the Fourth Proportional to 441, 660.78 and 360
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 441, 660.78 and 360 is: 539.41
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
441 : 660.78 = 360 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
441/660.78 = 360/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
441x = 660.78 × 360 - Step 4: Simplify right side
441x = 237,880.80 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 237,880.80/441 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 539.41
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