Finding the Fourth Proportional to 943, 1,301.34 and 575
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 943, 1,301.34 and 575 is: 793.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
943 : 1,301.34 = 575 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
943/1,301.34 = 575/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
943x = 1,301.34 × 575 - Step 4: Simplify right side
943x = 748,270.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 748,270.50/943 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 793.50
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