Finding the Fourth Proportional to 454, 626.52 and 270
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 454, 626.52 and 270 is: 372.60
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
454 : 626.52 = 270 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
454/626.52 = 270/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
454x = 626.52 × 270 - Step 4: Simplify right side
454x = 169,160.40 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 169,160.40/454 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 372.60
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