Finding the Fourth Proportional to 990.52, 1,485.50 and 297
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 990.52, 1,485.50 and 297 is: 445.42
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
990.52 : 1,485.50 = 297 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
990.52/1,485.50 = 297/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
990.52x = 1,485.50 × 297 - Step 4: Simplify right side
990.52x = 441,193.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 441,193.50/990.52 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 445.42
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