Finding the Fourth Proportional to 465, 641.72 and 258
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 465, 641.72 and 258 is: 356.05
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
465 : 641.72 = 258 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
465/641.72 = 258/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
465x = 641.72 × 258 - Step 4: Simplify right side
465x = 165,563.76 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 165,563.76/465 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 356.05
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