Finding the Fourth Proportional to 449, 619.62 and 311
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 449, 619.62 and 311 is: 429.18
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
449 : 619.62 = 311 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
449/619.62 = 311/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
449x = 619.62 × 311 - Step 4: Simplify right side
449x = 192,701.82 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 192,701.82/449 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 429.18
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