Finding the Fourth Proportional to 978, 1,467.18 and 465
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 978, 1,467.18 and 465 is: 697.59
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
978 : 1,467.18 = 465 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
978/1,467.18 = 465/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
978x = 1,467.18 × 465 - Step 4: Simplify right side
978x = 682,238.70 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 682,238.70/978 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 697.59
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