Finding the Fourth Proportional to 643.59, 964.75 and 411.82
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 643.59, 964.75 and 411.82 is: 617.32
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
643.59 : 964.75 = 411.82 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
643.59/964.75 = 411.82/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
643.59x = 964.75 × 411.82 - Step 4: Simplify right side
643.59x = 397,303.35 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 397,303.35/643.59 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 617.32
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