Finding the Fourth Proportional to 618.63, 853.69 and 370
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 618.63, 853.69 and 370 is: 510.59
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
618.63 : 853.69 = 370 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
618.63/853.69 = 370/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
618.63x = 853.69 × 370 - Step 4: Simplify right side
618.63x = 315,865.30 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 315,865.30/618.63 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 510.59
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