Finding the Fourth Proportional to 955, 1,433.14 and 347
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 955, 1,433.14 and 347 is: 520.73
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
955 : 1,433.14 = 347 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
955/1,433.14 = 347/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
955x = 1,433.14 × 347 - Step 4: Simplify right side
955x = 497,299.58 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 497,299.58/955 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 520.73
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