Finding the Fourth Proportional to 450.64, 675.60 and 268
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 450.64, 675.60 and 268 is: 401.79
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
450.64 : 675.60 = 268 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
450.64/675.60 = 268/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
450.64x = 675.60 × 268 - Step 4: Simplify right side
450.64x = 181,060.80 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 181,060.80/450.64 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 401.79
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