Finding the Fourth Proportional to 955.75, 1,434.03 and 571
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 955.75, 1,434.03 and 571 is: 856.74
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
955.75 : 1,434.03 = 571 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
955.75/1,434.03 = 571/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
955.75x = 1,434.03 × 571 - Step 4: Simplify right side
955.75x = 818,831.13 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 818,831.13/955.75 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 856.74
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