Finding the Fourth Proportional to 947.44, 1,421.24 and 298
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 947.44, 1,421.24 and 298 is: 447.03
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
947.44 : 1,421.24 = 298 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
947.44/1,421.24 = 298/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
947.44x = 1,421.24 × 298 - Step 4: Simplify right side
947.44x = 423,529.52 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 423,529.52/947.44 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 447.03
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