Finding the Fourth Proportional to 956.84, 1,320.87 and 642
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 956.84, 1,320.87 and 642 is: 886.25
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
956.84 : 1,320.87 = 642 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
956.84/1,320.87 = 642/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
956.84x = 1,320.87 × 642 - Step 4: Simplify right side
956.84x = 847,998.54 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 847,998.54/956.84 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 886.25
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