Finding the Fourth Proportional to 465.14, 697.68 and 260.99
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 465.14, 697.68 and 260.99 is: 391.46
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
465.14 : 697.68 = 260.99 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
465.14/697.68 = 260.99/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
465.14x = 697.68 × 260.99 - Step 4: Simplify right side
465.14x = 182,086.63 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 182,086.63/465.14 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 391.46
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