Finding the Fourth Proportional to 621.19, 931.97 and 256
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 621.19, 931.97 and 256 is: 384.08
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
621.19 : 931.97 = 256 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
621.19/931.97 = 256/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
621.19x = 931.97 × 256 - Step 4: Simplify right side
621.19x = 238,584.32 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 238,584.32/621.19 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 384.08
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