Finding the Fourth Proportional to 636.70, 955.46 and 363
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 636.70, 955.46 and 363 is: 544.73
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
636.70 : 955.46 = 363 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
636.70/955.46 = 363/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
636.70x = 955.46 × 363 - Step 4: Simplify right side
636.70x = 346,831.98 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 346,831.98/636.70 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 544.73
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