Finding the Fourth Proportional to 628, 866.64 and 352
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 628, 866.64 and 352 is: 485.76
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
628 : 866.64 = 352 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
628/866.64 = 352/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
628x = 866.64 × 352 - Step 4: Simplify right side
628x = 305,057.28 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 305,057.28/628 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 485.76
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