Finding the Fourth Proportional to 643.90, 965.76 and 211
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 643.90, 965.76 and 211 is: 316.47
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
643.90 : 965.76 = 211 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
643.90/965.76 = 211/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
643.90x = 965.76 × 211 - Step 4: Simplify right side
643.90x = 203,775.36 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 203,775.36/643.90 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 316.47
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