Finding the Fourth Proportional to 643.96, 887.66 and 539
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 643.96, 887.66 and 539 is: 742.98
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
643.96 : 887.66 = 539 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
643.96/887.66 = 539/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
643.96x = 887.66 × 539 - Step 4: Simplify right side
643.96x = 478,448.74 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 478,448.74/643.96 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 742.98
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