Finding the Fourth Proportional to 603, 832.14 and 327
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 603, 832.14 and 327 is: 451.26
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
603 : 832.14 = 327 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
603/832.14 = 327/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
603x = 832.14 × 327 - Step 4: Simplify right side
603x = 272,109.78 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 272,109.78/603 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 451.26
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