Finding the Fourth Proportional to 661, 991.56 and 352
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 661, 991.56 and 352 is: 528.03
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
661 : 991.56 = 352 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
661/991.56 = 352/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
661x = 991.56 × 352 - Step 4: Simplify right side
661x = 349,029.12 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 349,029.12/661 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 528.03
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