Finding the Fourth Proportional to 640, 960.32 and 336
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 640, 960.32 and 336 is: 504.17
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
640 : 960.32 = 336 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
640/960.32 = 336/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
640x = 960.32 × 336 - Step 4: Simplify right side
640x = 322,667.52 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 322,667.52/640 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 504.17
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