Finding the Fourth Proportional to 697.02, 1,044.99 and 312
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 697.02, 1,044.99 and 312 is: 467.76
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
697.02 : 1,044.99 = 312 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
697.02/1,044.99 = 312/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
697.02x = 1,044.99 × 312 - Step 4: Simplify right side
697.02x = 326,036.88 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 326,036.88/697.02 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 467.76
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