Finding the Fourth Proportional to 669.64, 1,004 and 230.78
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 669.64, 1,004 and 230.78 is: 346.01
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
669.64 : 1,004 = 230.78 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
669.64/1,004 = 230.78/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
669.64x = 1,004 × 230.78 - Step 4: Simplify right side
669.64x = 231,703.12 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 231,703.12/669.64 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 346.01
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