Finding the Fourth Proportional to 869.29, 1,199.33 and 496
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 869.29, 1,199.33 and 496 is: 684.31
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
869.29 : 1,199.33 = 496 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
869.29/1,199.33 = 496/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
869.29x = 1,199.33 × 496 - Step 4: Simplify right side
869.29x = 594,867.68 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 594,867.68/869.29 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 684.31
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