Finding the Fourth Proportional to 546, 753.48 and 339
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 546, 753.48 and 339 is: 467.82
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
546 : 753.48 = 339 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
546/753.48 = 339/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
546x = 753.48 × 339 - Step 4: Simplify right side
546x = 255,429.72 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 255,429.72/546 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 467.82
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