Finding the Fourth Proportional to 663.84, 996 and 390
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 663.84, 996 and 390 is: 585.14
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
663.84 : 996 = 390 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
663.84/996 = 390/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
663.84x = 996 × 390 - Step 4: Simplify right side
663.84x = 388,440 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 388,440/663.84 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 585.14
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