Finding the Fourth Proportional to 643, 887.34 and 367
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 643, 887.34 and 367 is: 506.46
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
643 : 887.34 = 367 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
643/887.34 = 367/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
643x = 887.34 × 367 - Step 4: Simplify right side
643x = 325,653.78 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 325,653.78/643 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 506.46
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