Finding the Fourth Proportional to 474.32, 711.48 and 322
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 474.32, 711.48 and 322 is: 483
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
474.32 : 711.48 = 322 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
474.32/711.48 = 322/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
474.32x = 711.48 × 322 - Step 4: Simplify right side
474.32x = 229,096.56 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 229,096.56/474.32 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 483
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