Finding the Fourth Proportional to 689, 1,033.66 and 233
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 689, 1,033.66 and 233 is: 349.55
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
689 : 1,033.66 = 233 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
689/1,033.66 = 233/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
689x = 1,033.66 × 233 - Step 4: Simplify right side
689x = 240,842.78 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 240,842.78/689 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 349.55
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