Finding the Fourth Proportional to 971.36, 1,457.44 and 458
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 971.36, 1,457.44 and 458 is: 687.19
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
971.36 : 1,457.44 = 458 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
971.36/1,457.44 = 458/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
971.36x = 1,457.44 × 458 - Step 4: Simplify right side
971.36x = 667,507.52 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 667,507.52/971.36 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 687.19
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