Finding the Fourth Proportional to 684.94, 1,027.41 and 171.94
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 684.94, 1,027.41 and 171.94 is: 257.91
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
684.94 : 1,027.41 = 171.94 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
684.94/1,027.41 = 171.94/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
684.94x = 1,027.41 × 171.94 - Step 4: Simplify right side
684.94x = 176,650.31 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 176,650.31/684.94 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 257.91
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