Finding the Fourth Proportional to 853.28, 1,279.44 and 340
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 853.28, 1,279.44 and 340 is: 509.81
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
853.28 : 1,279.44 = 340 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
853.28/1,279.44 = 340/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
853.28x = 1,279.44 × 340 - Step 4: Simplify right side
853.28x = 435,009.60 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 435,009.60/853.28 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 509.81
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