Finding the Fourth Proportional to 511.16, 768 and 329
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 511.16, 768 and 329 is: 494.31
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
511.16 : 768 = 329 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
511.16/768 = 329/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
511.16x = 768 × 329 - Step 4: Simplify right side
511.16x = 252,672 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 252,672/511.16 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 494.31
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