Finding the Fourth Proportional to 518.64, 778 and 230
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 518.64, 778 and 230 is: 345.02
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
518.64 : 778 = 230 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
518.64/778 = 230/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
518.64x = 778 × 230 - Step 4: Simplify right side
518.64x = 178,940 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 178,940/518.64 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 345.02
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