Finding the Fourth Proportional to 431.94, 647.76 and 154.30
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 431.94, 647.76 and 154.30 is: 231.40
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
431.94 : 647.76 = 154.30 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
431.94/647.76 = 154.30/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
431.94x = 647.76 × 154.30 - Step 4: Simplify right side
431.94x = 99,949.37 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 99,949.37/431.94 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 231.40
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