Finding the Fourth Proportional to 674.08, 1,011.12 and 284
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 674.08, 1,011.12 and 284 is: 426
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
674.08 : 1,011.12 = 284 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
674.08/1,011.12 = 284/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
674.08x = 1,011.12 × 284 - Step 4: Simplify right side
674.08x = 287,158.08 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 287,158.08/674.08 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 426
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