Finding the Fourth Proportional to 463.94, 639.97 and 287
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 463.94, 639.97 and 287 is: 395.89
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
463.94 : 639.97 = 287 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
463.94/639.97 = 287/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
463.94x = 639.97 × 287 - Step 4: Simplify right side
463.94x = 183,671.39 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 183,671.39/463.94 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 395.89
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