Finding the Fourth Proportional to 513.42, 708.60 and 317
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 513.42, 708.60 and 317 is: 437.51
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
513.42 : 708.60 = 317 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
513.42/708.60 = 317/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
513.42x = 708.60 × 317 - Step 4: Simplify right side
513.42x = 224,626.20 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 224,626.20/513.42 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 437.51
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