Finding the Fourth Proportional to 643.78, 965.70 and 259
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 643.78, 965.70 and 259 is: 388.51
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
643.78 : 965.70 = 259 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
643.78/965.70 = 259/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
643.78x = 965.70 × 259 - Step 4: Simplify right side
643.78x = 250,116.30 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 250,116.30/643.78 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 388.51
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