Finding the Fourth Proportional to 929.72, 1,393.14 and 587
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 929.72, 1,393.14 and 587 is: 879.59
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
929.72 : 1,393.14 = 587 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
929.72/1,393.14 = 587/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
929.72x = 1,393.14 × 587 - Step 4: Simplify right side
929.72x = 817,773.18 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 817,773.18/929.72 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 879.59
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