Finding the Fourth Proportional to 730.48, 1,007.64 and 454
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 730.48, 1,007.64 and 454 is: 626.26
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
730.48 : 1,007.64 = 454 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
730.48/1,007.64 = 454/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
730.48x = 1,007.64 × 454 - Step 4: Simplify right side
730.48x = 457,468.56 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 457,468.56/730.48 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 626.26
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