Finding the Fourth Proportional to 684.99, 1,027.46 and 171.99
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 684.99, 1,027.46 and 171.99 is: 257.98
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
684.99 : 1,027.46 = 171.99 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
684.99/1,027.46 = 171.99/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
684.99x = 1,027.46 × 171.99 - Step 4: Simplify right side
684.99x = 176,713.28 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 176,713.28/684.99 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 257.98
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