Finding the Fourth Proportional to 475.60, 655.62 and 328
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 475.60, 655.62 and 328 is: 452.15
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
475.60 : 655.62 = 328 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
475.60/655.62 = 328/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
475.60x = 655.62 × 328 - Step 4: Simplify right side
475.60x = 215,043.36 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 215,043.36/475.60 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 452.15
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