Finding the Fourth Proportional to 714.52, 985.46 and 627
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 714.52, 985.46 and 627 is: 864.75
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
714.52 : 985.46 = 627 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
714.52/985.46 = 627/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
714.52x = 985.46 × 627 - Step 4: Simplify right side
714.52x = 617,883.42 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 617,883.42/714.52 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 864.75
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