Finding the Fourth Proportional to 473, 652.76 and 266
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 473, 652.76 and 266 is: 367.09
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
473 : 652.76 = 266 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
473/652.76 = 266/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
473x = 652.76 × 266 - Step 4: Simplify right side
473x = 173,634.16 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 173,634.16/473 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 367.09
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