Finding the Fourth Proportional to 1,247, 1,870.50 and 335
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 1,247, 1,870.50 and 335 is: 502.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
1,247 : 1,870.50 = 335 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
1,247/1,870.50 = 335/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
1,247x = 1,870.50 × 335 - Step 4: Simplify right side
1,247x = 626,617.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 626,617.50/1,247 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 502.50
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