Finding the Fourth Proportional to 643, 964.62 and 301
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 643, 964.62 and 301 is: 451.56
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
643 : 964.62 = 301 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
643/964.62 = 301/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
643x = 964.62 × 301 - Step 4: Simplify right side
643x = 290,350.62 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 290,350.62/643 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 451.56
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