Finding the Fourth Proportional to 635, 952.62 and 293
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 635, 952.62 and 293 is: 439.56
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
635 : 952.62 = 293 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
635/952.62 = 293/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
635x = 952.62 × 293 - Step 4: Simplify right side
635x = 279,117.66 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 279,117.66/635 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 439.56
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