Finding the Fourth Proportional to 611, 843.18 and 335
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 611, 843.18 and 335 is: 462.30
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
611 : 843.18 = 335 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
611/843.18 = 335/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
611x = 843.18 × 335 - Step 4: Simplify right side
611x = 282,465.30 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 282,465.30/611 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 462.30
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