Finding the Fourth Proportional to 676, 1,014 and 220
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 676, 1,014 and 220 is: 330
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
676 : 1,014 = 220 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
676/1,014 = 220/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
676x = 1,014 × 220 - Step 4: Simplify right side
676x = 223,080 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 223,080/676 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 330
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