Finding the Fourth Proportional to 459, 633.58 and 275
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 459, 633.58 and 275 is: 379.60
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
459 : 633.58 = 275 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
459/633.58 = 275/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
459x = 633.58 × 275 - Step 4: Simplify right side
459x = 174,234.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 174,234.50/459 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 379.60
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