Finding the Fourth Proportional to 918.82, 1,377.96 and 450
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 918.82, 1,377.96 and 450 is: 674.87
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
918.82 : 1,377.96 = 450 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
918.82/1,377.96 = 450/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
918.82x = 1,377.96 × 450 - Step 4: Simplify right side
918.82x = 620,082 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 620,082/918.82 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 674.87
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