Finding the Fourth Proportional to 847.09, 1,168.95 and 469
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 847.09, 1,168.95 and 469 is: 647.20
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
847.09 : 1,168.95 = 469 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
847.09/1,168.95 = 469/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
847.09x = 1,168.95 × 469 - Step 4: Simplify right side
847.09x = 548,237.55 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 548,237.55/847.09 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 647.20
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