Finding the Fourth Proportional to 693, 1,039.66 and 237
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 693, 1,039.66 and 237 is: 355.55
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
693 : 1,039.66 = 237 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
693/1,039.66 = 237/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
693x = 1,039.66 × 237 - Step 4: Simplify right side
693x = 246,399.42 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 246,399.42/693 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 355.55
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