Finding the Fourth Proportional to 512.20, 768.30 and 415
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 512.20, 768.30 and 415 is: 622.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
512.20 : 768.30 = 415 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
512.20/768.30 = 415/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
512.20x = 768.30 × 415 - Step 4: Simplify right side
512.20x = 318,844.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 318,844.50/512.20 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 622.50
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