Finding the Fourth Proportional to 700.32, 1,050.48 and 444
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 700.32, 1,050.48 and 444 is: 666
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
700.32 : 1,050.48 = 444 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
700.32/1,050.48 = 444/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
700.32x = 1,050.48 × 444 - Step 4: Simplify right side
700.32x = 466,413.12 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 466,413.12/700.32 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 666
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