Finding the Fourth Proportional to 448.92, 674.64 and 438
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 448.92, 674.64 and 438 is: 658.23
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
448.92 : 674.64 = 438 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
448.92/674.64 = 438/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
448.92x = 674.64 × 438 - Step 4: Simplify right side
448.92x = 295,492.32 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 295,492.32/448.92 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 658.23
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