Finding the Fourth Proportional to 867.06, 1,300.60 and 662
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 867.06, 1,300.60 and 662 is: 993.01
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
867.06 : 1,300.60 = 662 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
867.06/1,300.60 = 662/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
867.06x = 1,300.60 × 662 - Step 4: Simplify right side
867.06x = 860,997.20 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 860,997.20/867.06 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 993.01
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