Finding the Fourth Proportional to 461.08, 690 and 352
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 461.08, 690 and 352 is: 526.76
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
461.08 : 690 = 352 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
461.08/690 = 352/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
461.08x = 690 × 352 - Step 4: Simplify right side
461.08x = 242,880 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 242,880/461.08 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 526.76
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