Finding the Fourth Proportional to 638, 881.16 and 430.64
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 638, 881.16 and 430.64 is: 594.77
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
638 : 881.16 = 430.64 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
638/881.16 = 430.64/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
638x = 881.16 × 430.64 - Step 4: Simplify right side
638x = 379,462.74 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 379,462.74/638 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 594.77
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