Finding the Fourth Proportional to 483.51, 725.28 and 291
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 483.51, 725.28 and 291 is: 436.51
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
483.51 : 725.28 = 291 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
483.51/725.28 = 291/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
483.51x = 725.28 × 291 - Step 4: Simplify right side
483.51x = 211,056.48 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 211,056.48/483.51 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 436.51
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