Finding the Fourth Proportional to 454.49, 681.83 and 162
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 454.49, 681.83 and 162 is: 243.03
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
454.49 : 681.83 = 162 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
454.49/681.83 = 162/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
454.49x = 681.83 × 162 - Step 4: Simplify right side
454.49x = 110,455.65 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 110,455.65/454.49 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 243.03
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