Finding the Fourth Proportional to 605.81, 908.37 and 297
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 605.81, 908.37 and 297 is: 445.33
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
605.81 : 908.37 = 297 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
605.81/908.37 = 297/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
605.81x = 908.37 × 297 - Step 4: Simplify right side
605.81x = 269,785.89 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 269,785.89/605.81 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 445.33
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