Finding the Fourth Proportional to 327.32, 451.62 and 203
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 327.32, 451.62 and 203 is: 280.09
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
327.32 : 451.62 = 203 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
327.32/451.62 = 203/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
327.32x = 451.62 × 203 - Step 4: Simplify right side
327.32x = 91,678.86 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 91,678.86/327.32 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 280.09
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