Finding the Fourth Proportional to 474, 654.12 and 267
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 474, 654.12 and 267 is: 368.46
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
474 : 654.12 = 267 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
474/654.12 = 267/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
474x = 654.12 × 267 - Step 4: Simplify right side
474x = 174,650.04 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 174,650.04/474 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 368.46
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