Finding the Fourth Proportional to 627.36, 865.44 and 420
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 627.36, 865.44 and 420 is: 579.39
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
627.36 : 865.44 = 420 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
627.36/865.44 = 420/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
627.36x = 865.44 × 420 - Step 4: Simplify right side
627.36x = 363,484.80 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 363,484.80/627.36 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 579.39
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