Finding the Fourth Proportional to 431, 646.58 and 203
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 431, 646.58 and 203 is: 304.54
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
431 : 646.58 = 203 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
431/646.58 = 203/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
431x = 646.58 × 203 - Step 4: Simplify right side
431x = 131,255.74 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 131,255.74/431 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 304.54
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