Finding the Fourth Proportional to 662,473.76, 915,282.64 and 462,164
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 662,473.76, 915,282.64 and 462,164 is: 638,531.99
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
662,473.76 : 915,282.64 = 462,164 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
662,473.76/915,282.64 = 462,164/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
662,473.76x = 915,282.64 × 462,164 - Step 4: Simplify right side
662,473.76x = 423,010,686,032.96 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 423,010,686,032.96/662,473.76 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 638,531.99
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