Finding the Fourth Proportional to 650.72, 898.01 and 356
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 650.72, 898.01 and 356 is: 491.29
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
650.72 : 898.01 = 356 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
650.72/898.01 = 356/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
650.72x = 898.01 × 356 - Step 4: Simplify right side
650.72x = 319,689.78 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 319,689.78/650.72 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 491.29
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