Finding the Fourth Proportional to 942.44, 1,299.42 and 693
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 942.44, 1,299.42 and 693 is: 955.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
942.44 : 1,299.42 = 693 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
942.44/1,299.42 = 693/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
942.44x = 1,299.42 × 693 - Step 4: Simplify right side
942.44x = 900,498.06 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 900,498.06/942.44 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 955.50
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