Finding the Fourth Proportional to 950.82, 1,422.75 and 561
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 950.82, 1,422.75 and 561 is: 839.45
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
950.82 : 1,422.75 = 561 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
950.82/1,422.75 = 561/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
950.82x = 1,422.75 × 561 - Step 4: Simplify right side
950.82x = 798,162.75 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 798,162.75/950.82 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 839.45
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