Finding the Fourth Proportional to 686.50, 947.37 and 376
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 686.50, 947.37 and 376 is: 518.88
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
686.50 : 947.37 = 376 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
686.50/947.37 = 376/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
686.50x = 947.37 × 376 - Step 4: Simplify right side
686.50x = 356,211.12 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 356,211.12/686.50 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 518.88
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