Finding the Fourth Proportional to 604.99, 907.36 and 239.68
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 604.99, 907.36 and 239.68 is: 359.47
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
604.99 : 907.36 = 239.68 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
604.99/907.36 = 239.68/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
604.99x = 907.36 × 239.68 - Step 4: Simplify right side
604.99x = 217,473.18 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 217,473.18/604.99 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 359.47
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