Finding the Fourth Proportional to 663.84, 995.58 and 279
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 663.84, 995.58 and 279 is: 418.42
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
663.84 : 995.58 = 279 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
663.84/995.58 = 279/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
663.84x = 995.58 × 279 - Step 4: Simplify right side
663.84x = 277,766.82 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 277,766.82/663.84 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 418.42
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