Finding the Fourth Proportional to 689, 1,033.50 and 462.44
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 689, 1,033.50 and 462.44 is: 693.66
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
689 : 1,033.50 = 462.44 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
689/1,033.50 = 462.44/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
689x = 1,033.50 × 462.44 - Step 4: Simplify right side
689x = 477,931.74 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 477,931.74/689 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 693.66
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