Finding the Fourth Proportional to 607, 837.66 and 331
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 607, 837.66 and 331 is: 456.78
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
607 : 837.66 = 331 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
607/837.66 = 331/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
607x = 837.66 × 331 - Step 4: Simplify right side
607x = 277,265.46 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 277,265.46/607 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 456.78
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