Finding the Fourth Proportional to 605.99, 836.32 and 344
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 605.99, 836.32 and 344 is: 474.75
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
605.99 : 836.32 = 344 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
605.99/836.32 = 344/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
605.99x = 836.32 × 344 - Step 4: Simplify right side
605.99x = 287,694.08 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 287,694.08/605.99 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 474.75
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