Finding the Fourth Proportional to 475.59, 655.80 and 375.84
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 475.59, 655.80 and 375.84 is: 518.25
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
475.59 : 655.80 = 375.84 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
475.59/655.80 = 375.84/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
475.59x = 655.80 × 375.84 - Step 4: Simplify right side
475.59x = 246,475.87 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 246,475.87/475.59 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 518.25
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