Finding the Fourth Proportional to 907.68, 1,362.16 and 452
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 907.68, 1,362.16 and 452 is: 678.32
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
907.68 : 1,362.16 = 452 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
907.68/1,362.16 = 452/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
907.68x = 1,362.16 × 452 - Step 4: Simplify right side
907.68x = 615,696.32 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 615,696.32/907.68 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 678.32
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