Finding the Fourth Proportional to 418.56, 627.84 and 162
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 418.56, 627.84 and 162 is: 243
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
418.56 : 627.84 = 162 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
418.56/627.84 = 162/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
418.56x = 627.84 × 162 - Step 4: Simplify right side
418.56x = 101,710.08 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 101,710.08/418.56 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 243
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