Finding the Fourth Proportional to 963.35, 1,444.98 and 270
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 963.35, 1,444.98 and 270 is: 404.99
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
963.35 : 1,444.98 = 270 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
963.35/1,444.98 = 270/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
963.35x = 1,444.98 × 270 - Step 4: Simplify right side
963.35x = 390,144.60 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 390,144.60/963.35 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 404.99
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