Finding the Fourth Proportional to 457, 630.66 and 250
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 457, 630.66 and 250 is: 345
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
457 : 630.66 = 250 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
457/630.66 = 250/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
457x = 630.66 × 250 - Step 4: Simplify right side
457x = 157,665 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 157,665/457 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 345
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