Finding the Fourth Proportional to 630.12, 869.70 and 423
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 630.12, 869.70 and 423 is: 583.83
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
630.12 : 869.70 = 423 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
630.12/869.70 = 423/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
630.12x = 869.70 × 423 - Step 4: Simplify right side
630.12x = 367,883.10 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 367,883.10/630.12 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 583.83
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