Finding the Fourth Proportional to 946.44, 1,419.74 and 297
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 946.44, 1,419.74 and 297 is: 445.53
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
946.44 : 1,419.74 = 297 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
946.44/1,419.74 = 297/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
946.44x = 1,419.74 × 297 - Step 4: Simplify right side
946.44x = 421,662.78 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 421,662.78/946.44 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 445.53
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