Finding the Fourth Proportional to 967.08, 1,449.50 and 453
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 967.08, 1,449.50 and 453 is: 678.98
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
967.08 : 1,449.50 = 453 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
967.08/1,449.50 = 453/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
967.08x = 1,449.50 × 453 - Step 4: Simplify right side
967.08x = 656,623.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 656,623.50/967.08 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 678.98
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