Finding the Fourth Proportional to 454.32, 681 and 332.40
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 454.32, 681 and 332.40 is: 498.25
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
454.32 : 681 = 332.40 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
454.32/681 = 332.40/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
454.32x = 681 × 332.40 - Step 4: Simplify right side
454.32x = 226,364.40 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 226,364.40/454.32 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 498.25
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