Finding the Fourth Proportional to 469, 703.50 and 127
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 469, 703.50 and 127 is: 190.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
469 : 703.50 = 127 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
469/703.50 = 127/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
469x = 703.50 × 127 - Step 4: Simplify right side
469x = 89,344.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 89,344.50/469 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 190.50
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