Finding the Fourth Proportional to 630.46, 870.08 and 365
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 630.46, 870.08 and 365 is: 503.73
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
630.46 : 870.08 = 365 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
630.46/870.08 = 365/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
630.46x = 870.08 × 365 - Step 4: Simplify right side
630.46x = 317,579.20 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 317,579.20/630.46 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 503.73
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