Finding the Fourth Proportional to 454, 681 and 150
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 454, 681 and 150 is: 225
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
454 : 681 = 150 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
454/681 = 150/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
454x = 681 × 150 - Step 4: Simplify right side
454x = 102,150 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 102,150/454 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 225
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