Finding the Fourth Proportional to 949.12, 1,309.17 and 556
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 949.12, 1,309.17 and 556 is: 766.92
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
949.12 : 1,309.17 = 556 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
949.12/1,309.17 = 556/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
949.12x = 1,309.17 × 556 - Step 4: Simplify right side
949.12x = 727,898.52 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 727,898.52/949.12 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 766.92
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