Finding the Fourth Proportional to 978.44, 1,467.64 and 248
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 978.44, 1,467.64 and 248 is: 371.99
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
978.44 : 1,467.64 = 248 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
978.44/1,467.64 = 248/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
978.44x = 1,467.64 × 248 - Step 4: Simplify right side
978.44x = 363,974.72 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 363,974.72/978.44 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 371.99
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