Finding the Fourth Proportional to 847.43, 1,270 and 359.87
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 847.43, 1,270 and 359.87 is: 539.32
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
847.43 : 1,270 = 359.87 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
847.43/1,270 = 359.87/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
847.43x = 1,270 × 359.87 - Step 4: Simplify right side
847.43x = 457,034.90 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 457,034.90/847.43 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 539.32
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