Finding the Fourth Proportional to 653.16, 901.20 and 420
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 653.16, 901.20 and 420 is: 579.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
653.16 : 901.20 = 420 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
653.16/901.20 = 420/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
653.16x = 901.20 × 420 - Step 4: Simplify right side
653.16x = 378,504 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 378,504/653.16 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 579.50
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