Finding the Fourth Proportional to 869.66, 1,303.26 and 653
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 869.66, 1,303.26 and 653 is: 978.58
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
869.66 : 1,303.26 = 653 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
869.66/1,303.26 = 653/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
869.66x = 1,303.26 × 653 - Step 4: Simplify right side
869.66x = 851,028.78 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 851,028.78/869.66 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 978.58
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