Finding the Fourth Proportional to 450.96, 621.78 and 372
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 450.96, 621.78 and 372 is: 512.91
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
450.96 : 621.78 = 372 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
450.96/621.78 = 372/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
450.96x = 621.78 × 372 - Step 4: Simplify right side
450.96x = 231,302.16 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 231,302.16/450.96 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 512.91
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