Finding the Fourth Proportional to 901, 1,351.74 and 445
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 901, 1,351.74 and 445 is: 667.62
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
901 : 1,351.74 = 445 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
901/1,351.74 = 445/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
901x = 1,351.74 × 445 - Step 4: Simplify right side
901x = 601,524.30 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 601,524.30/901 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 667.62
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