Finding the Fourth Proportional to 469, 647.22 and 262
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 469, 647.22 and 262 is: 361.56
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
469 : 647.22 = 262 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
469/647.22 = 262/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
469x = 647.22 × 262 - Step 4: Simplify right side
469x = 169,571.64 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 169,571.64/469 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 361.56
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