Finding the Fourth Proportional to 304, 454.98 and 223
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 304, 454.98 and 223 is: 333.75
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
304 : 454.98 = 223 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
304/454.98 = 223/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
304x = 454.98 × 223 - Step 4: Simplify right side
304x = 101,460.54 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 101,460.54/304 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 333.75
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