Finding the Fourth Proportional to 663, 994.54 and 207
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 663, 994.54 and 207 is: 310.51
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
663 : 994.54 = 207 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
663/994.54 = 207/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
663x = 994.54 × 207 - Step 4: Simplify right side
663x = 205,869.78 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 205,869.78/663 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 310.51
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