Finding the Fourth Proportional to 703, 1,055 and 247
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 703, 1,055 and 247 is: 370.68
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
703 : 1,055 = 247 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
703/1,055 = 247/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
703x = 1,055 × 247 - Step 4: Simplify right side
703x = 260,585 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 260,585/703 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 370.68
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