Finding the Fourth Proportional to 456,095.84, 684,145.20 and 268,976
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 456,095.84, 684,145.20 and 268,976 is: 403,464.85
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
456,095.84 : 684,145.20 = 268,976 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
456,095.84/684,145.20 = 268,976/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
456,095.84x = 684,145.20 × 268,976 - Step 4: Simplify right side
456,095.84x = 184,018,639,315.20 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 184,018,639,315.20/456,095.84 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 403,464.85
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