Finding the Fourth Proportional to 461, 636.18 and 254
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 461, 636.18 and 254 is: 350.52
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
461 : 636.18 = 254 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
461/636.18 = 254/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
461x = 636.18 × 254 - Step 4: Simplify right side
461x = 161,589.72 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 161,589.72/461 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 350.52
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