Finding the Fourth Proportional to 458, 687.14 and 230
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 458, 687.14 and 230 is: 345.07
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
458 : 687.14 = 230 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
458/687.14 = 230/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
458x = 687.14 × 230 - Step 4: Simplify right side
458x = 158,042.20 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 158,042.20/458 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 345.07
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