Finding the Fourth Proportional to 676.15, 1,013.61 and 243
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 676.15, 1,013.61 and 243 is: 364.28
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
676.15 : 1,013.61 = 243 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
676.15/1,013.61 = 243/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
676.15x = 1,013.61 × 243 - Step 4: Simplify right side
676.15x = 246,308.14 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 246,308.14/676.15 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 364.28
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