Finding the Fourth Proportional to 476.85, 656.59 and 359
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 476.85, 656.59 and 359 is: 494.32
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
476.85 : 656.59 = 359 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
476.85/656.59 = 359/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
476.85x = 656.59 × 359 - Step 4: Simplify right side
476.85x = 235,715.81 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 235,715.81/476.85 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 494.32
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