Finding the Fourth Proportional to 613.78, 920.64 and 229
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 613.78, 920.64 and 229 is: 343.49
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
613.78 : 920.64 = 229 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
613.78/920.64 = 229/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
613.78x = 920.64 × 229 - Step 4: Simplify right side
613.78x = 210,826.56 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 210,826.56/613.78 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 343.49
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