Finding the Fourth Proportional to 451, 622.38 and 244
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 451, 622.38 and 244 is: 336.72
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
451 : 622.38 = 244 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
451/622.38 = 244/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
451x = 622.38 × 244 - Step 4: Simplify right side
451x = 151,860.72 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 151,860.72/451 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 336.72
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