Finding the Fourth Proportional to 441.46, 660.50 and 274.70
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 441.46, 660.50 and 274.70 is: 411.00
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
441.46 : 660.50 = 274.70 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
441.46/660.50 = 274.70/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
441.46x = 660.50 × 274.70 - Step 4: Simplify right side
441.46x = 181,439.35 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 181,439.35/441.46 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 411.00
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