Finding the Fourth Proportional to 674.32, 1,010 and 456.88
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 674.32, 1,010 and 456.88 is: 684.32
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
674.32 : 1,010 = 456.88 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
674.32/1,010 = 456.88/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
674.32x = 1,010 × 456.88 - Step 4: Simplify right side
674.32x = 461,448.80 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 461,448.80/674.32 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 684.32
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