Finding the Fourth Proportional to 948.68, 1,309.38 and 638
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 948.68, 1,309.38 and 638 is: 880.58
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
948.68 : 1,309.38 = 638 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
948.68/1,309.38 = 638/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
948.68x = 1,309.38 × 638 - Step 4: Simplify right side
948.68x = 835,384.44 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 835,384.44/948.68 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 880.58
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