Finding the Fourth Proportional to 453.23, 625.02 and 342.97
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 453.23, 625.02 and 342.97 is: 472.96
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
453.23 : 625.02 = 342.97 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
453.23/625.02 = 342.97/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
453.23x = 625.02 × 342.97 - Step 4: Simplify right side
453.23x = 214,360.26 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 214,360.26/453.23 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 472.96
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