Finding the Fourth Proportional to 454.42, 681.97 and 333
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 454.42, 681.97 and 333 is: 499.75
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
454.42 : 681.97 = 333 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
454.42/681.97 = 333/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
454.42x = 681.97 × 333 - Step 4: Simplify right side
454.42x = 227,096.01 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 227,096.01/454.42 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 499.75
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