Finding the Fourth Proportional to 682.97, 942.84 and 421.20
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 682.97, 942.84 and 421.20 is: 581.47
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
682.97 : 942.84 = 421.20 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
682.97/942.84 = 421.20/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
682.97x = 942.84 × 421.20 - Step 4: Simplify right side
682.97x = 397,124.21 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 397,124.21/682.97 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 581.47
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