Finding the Fourth Proportional to 676, 1,014 and 163
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 676, 1,014 and 163 is: 244.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
676 : 1,014 = 163 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
676/1,014 = 163/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
676x = 1,014 × 163 - Step 4: Simplify right side
676x = 165,282 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 165,282/676 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 244.50
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