Finding the Fourth Proportional to 949, 1,309.33 and 650
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 949, 1,309.33 and 650 is: 896.80
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
949 : 1,309.33 = 650 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
949/1,309.33 = 650/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
949x = 1,309.33 × 650 - Step 4: Simplify right side
949x = 851,064.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 851,064.50/949 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 896.80
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