Finding the Fourth Proportional to 939, 1,295.82 and 525
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 939, 1,295.82 and 525 is: 724.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
939 : 1,295.82 = 525 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
939/1,295.82 = 525/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
939x = 1,295.82 × 525 - Step 4: Simplify right side
939x = 680,305.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 680,305.50/939 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 724.50
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