Finding the Fourth Proportional to 481.67, 664.68 and 307
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 481.67, 664.68 and 307 is: 423.64
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
481.67 : 664.68 = 307 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
481.67/664.68 = 307/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
481.67x = 664.68 × 307 - Step 4: Simplify right side
481.67x = 204,056.76 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 204,056.76/481.67 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 423.64
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