Finding the Fourth Proportional to 951.82, 1,313.64 and 559
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 951.82, 1,313.64 and 559 is: 771.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
951.82 : 1,313.64 = 559 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
951.82/1,313.64 = 559/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
951.82x = 1,313.64 × 559 - Step 4: Simplify right side
951.82x = 734,324.76 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 734,324.76/951.82 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 771.50
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