Finding the Fourth Proportional to 448.29, 672.62 and 243
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 448.29, 672.62 and 243 is: 364.60
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
448.29 : 672.62 = 243 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
448.29/672.62 = 243/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
448.29x = 672.62 × 243 - Step 4: Simplify right side
448.29x = 163,446.66 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 163,446.66/448.29 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 364.60
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