Finding the Fourth Proportional to 481.68, 664.92 and 378
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 481.68, 664.92 and 378 is: 521.80
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
481.68 : 664.92 = 378 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
481.68/664.92 = 378/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
481.68x = 664.92 × 378 - Step 4: Simplify right side
481.68x = 251,339.76 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 251,339.76/481.68 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 521.80
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