Finding the Fourth Proportional to 512, 706.56 and 328
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 512, 706.56 and 328 is: 452.64
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
512 : 706.56 = 328 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
512/706.56 = 328/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
512x = 706.56 × 328 - Step 4: Simplify right side
512x = 231,751.68 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 231,751.68/512 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 452.64
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