Finding the Fourth Proportional to 977.12, 1,465.68 and 464
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 977.12, 1,465.68 and 464 is: 696
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
977.12 : 1,465.68 = 464 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
977.12/1,465.68 = 464/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
977.12x = 1,465.68 × 464 - Step 4: Simplify right side
977.12x = 680,075.52 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 680,075.52/977.12 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 696
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