Finding the Fourth Proportional to 453.12, 625.46 and 301.67
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 453.12, 625.46 and 301.67 is: 416.41
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
453.12 : 625.46 = 301.67 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
453.12/625.46 = 301.67/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
453.12x = 625.46 × 301.67 - Step 4: Simplify right side
453.12x = 188,682.52 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 188,682.52/453.12 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 416.41
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