Finding the Fourth Proportional to 941, 1,298.60 and 527
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 941, 1,298.60 and 527 is: 727.27
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
941 : 1,298.60 = 527 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
941/1,298.60 = 527/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
941x = 1,298.60 × 527 - Step 4: Simplify right side
941x = 684,362.20 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 684,362.20/941 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 727.27
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