Finding the Fourth Proportional to 605, 834.90 and 329
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 605, 834.90 and 329 is: 454.02
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
605 : 834.90 = 329 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
605/834.90 = 329/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
605x = 834.90 × 329 - Step 4: Simplify right side
605x = 274,682.10 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 274,682.10/605 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 454.02
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