Finding the Fourth Proportional to 943.04, 1,300.92 and 632
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 943.04, 1,300.92 and 632 is: 871.84
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
943.04 : 1,300.92 = 632 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
943.04/1,300.92 = 632/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
943.04x = 1,300.92 × 632 - Step 4: Simplify right side
943.04x = 822,181.44 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 822,181.44/943.04 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 871.84
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