Finding the Fourth Proportional to 976.44, 1,464.64 and 246
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 976.44, 1,464.64 and 246 is: 368.99
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
976.44 : 1,464.64 = 246 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
976.44/1,464.64 = 246/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
976.44x = 1,464.64 × 246 - Step 4: Simplify right side
976.44x = 360,301.44 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 360,301.44/976.44 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 368.99
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