Finding the Fourth Proportional to 479, 718.50 and 263
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 479, 718.50 and 263 is: 394.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
479 : 718.50 = 263 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
479/718.50 = 263/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
479x = 718.50 × 263 - Step 4: Simplify right side
479x = 188,965.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 188,965.50/479 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 394.50
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