Finding the Fourth Proportional to 464.68, 697.02 and 208
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 464.68, 697.02 and 208 is: 312
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
464.68 : 697.02 = 208 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
464.68/697.02 = 208/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
464.68x = 697.02 × 208 - Step 4: Simplify right side
464.68x = 144,980.16 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 144,980.16/464.68 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 312
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