Finding the Fourth Proportional to 681.52, 1,021.56 and 316
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 681.52, 1,021.56 and 316 is: 473.67
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
681.52 : 1,021.56 = 316 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
681.52/1,021.56 = 316/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
681.52x = 1,021.56 × 316 - Step 4: Simplify right side
681.52x = 322,812.96 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 322,812.96/681.52 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 473.67
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