Finding the Fourth Proportional to 711.76, 1,067.97 and 301
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 711.76, 1,067.97 and 301 is: 451.64
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
711.76 : 1,067.97 = 301 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
711.76/1,067.97 = 301/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
711.76x = 1,067.97 × 301 - Step 4: Simplify right side
711.76x = 321,458.97 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 321,458.97/711.76 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 451.64
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