Finding the Fourth Proportional to 469.17, 647.32 and 270
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 469.17, 647.32 and 270 is: 372.52
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
469.17 : 647.32 = 270 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
469.17/647.32 = 270/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
469.17x = 647.32 × 270 - Step 4: Simplify right side
469.17x = 174,776.40 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 174,776.40/469.17 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 372.52
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