Finding the Fourth Proportional to 631, 870.78 and 355
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 631, 870.78 and 355 is: 489.90
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
631 : 870.78 = 355 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
631/870.78 = 355/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
631x = 870.78 × 355 - Step 4: Simplify right side
631x = 309,126.90 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 309,126.90/631 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 489.90
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