Finding the Fourth Proportional to 663,368.64, 915,579.40 and 462,048
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 663,368.64, 915,579.40 and 462,048 is: 637,717.26
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
663,368.64 : 915,579.40 = 462,048 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
663,368.64/915,579.40 = 462,048/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
663,368.64x = 915,579.40 × 462,048 - Step 4: Simplify right side
663,368.64x = 423,041,630,611.20 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 423,041,630,611.20/663,368.64 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 637,717.26
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