Finding the Fourth Proportional to 484.28, 669 and 354
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 484.28, 669 and 354 is: 489.03
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
484.28 : 669 = 354 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
484.28/669 = 354/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
484.28x = 669 × 354 - Step 4: Simplify right side
484.28x = 236,826 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 236,826/484.28 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 489.03
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