Finding the Fourth Proportional to 454, 626.52 and 247
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 454, 626.52 and 247 is: 340.86
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
454 : 626.52 = 247 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
454/626.52 = 247/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
454x = 626.52 × 247 - Step 4: Simplify right side
454x = 154,750.44 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 154,750.44/454 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 340.86
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