Finding the Fourth Proportional to 447, 670.66 and 143
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 447, 670.66 and 143 is: 214.55
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
447 : 670.66 = 143 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
447/670.66 = 143/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
447x = 670.66 × 143 - Step 4: Simplify right side
447x = 95,904.38 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 95,904.38/447 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 214.55
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