Finding the Fourth Proportional to 969, 1,454.04 and 456
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 969, 1,454.04 and 456 is: 684.25
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
969 : 1,454.04 = 456 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
969/1,454.04 = 456/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
969x = 1,454.04 × 456 - Step 4: Simplify right side
969x = 663,042.24 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 663,042.24/969 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 684.25
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