Finding the Fourth Proportional to 630, 944.64 and 558
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 630, 944.64 and 558 is: 836.68
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
630 : 944.64 = 558 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
630/944.64 = 558/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
630x = 944.64 × 558 - Step 4: Simplify right side
630x = 527,109.12 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 527,109.12/630 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 836.68
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