Finding the Fourth Proportional to 663, 995 and 267.76
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 663, 995 and 267.76 is: 401.84
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
663 : 995 = 267.76 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
663/995 = 267.76/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
663x = 995 × 267.76 - Step 4: Simplify right side
663x = 266,421.20 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 266,421.20/663 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 401.84
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