Finding the Fourth Proportional to 484.80, 669 and 275
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 484.80, 669 and 275 is: 379.49
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
484.80 : 669 = 275 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
484.80/669 = 275/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
484.80x = 669 × 275 - Step 4: Simplify right side
484.80x = 183,975 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 183,975/484.80 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 379.49
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