Finding the Fourth Proportional to 699, 964.90 and 423
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 699, 964.90 and 423 is: 583.91
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
699 : 964.90 = 423 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
699/964.90 = 423/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
699x = 964.90 × 423 - Step 4: Simplify right side
699x = 408,152.70 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 408,152.70/699 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 583.91
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