Finding the Fourth Proportional to 651, 898.38 and 444
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 651, 898.38 and 444 is: 612.72
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
651 : 898.38 = 444 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
651/898.38 = 444/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
651x = 898.38 × 444 - Step 4: Simplify right side
651x = 398,880.72 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 398,880.72/651 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 612.72
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