Finding the Fourth Proportional to 630, 869.40 and 354
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 630, 869.40 and 354 is: 488.52
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
630 : 869.40 = 354 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
630/869.40 = 354/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
630x = 869.40 × 354 - Step 4: Simplify right side
630x = 307,767.60 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 307,767.60/630 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 488.52
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