Finding the Fourth Proportional to 700.65, 1,044 and 667.80
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 700.65, 1,044 and 667.80 is: 995.05
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
700.65 : 1,044 = 667.80 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
700.65/1,044 = 667.80/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
700.65x = 1,044 × 667.80 - Step 4: Simplify right side
700.65x = 697,183.20 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 697,183.20/700.65 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 995.05
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