Finding the Fourth Proportional to 452, 623.76 and 268
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 452, 623.76 and 268 is: 369.84
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
452 : 623.76 = 268 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
452/623.76 = 268/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
452x = 623.76 × 268 - Step 4: Simplify right side
452x = 167,167.68 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 167,167.68/452 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 369.84
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