Finding the Fourth Proportional to 458.10, 686.97 and 145.62
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 458.10, 686.97 and 145.62 is: 218.37
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
458.10 : 686.97 = 145.62 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
458.10/686.97 = 145.62/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
458.10x = 686.97 × 145.62 - Step 4: Simplify right side
458.10x = 100,036.57 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 100,036.57/458.10 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 218.37
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