Finding the Fourth Proportional to 481, 721.74 and 253
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 481, 721.74 and 253 is: 379.63
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
481 : 721.74 = 253 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
481/721.74 = 253/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
481x = 721.74 × 253 - Step 4: Simplify right side
481x = 182,600.22 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 182,600.22/481 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 379.63
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