Finding the Fourth Proportional to 467, 700.82 and 163
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 467, 700.82 and 163 is: 244.61
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
467 : 700.82 = 163 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
467/700.82 = 163/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
467x = 700.82 × 163 - Step 4: Simplify right side
467x = 114,233.66 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 114,233.66/467 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 244.61
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