Finding the Fourth Proportional to 959.26, 1,438.89 and 382
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 959.26, 1,438.89 and 382 is: 573
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
959.26 : 1,438.89 = 382 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
959.26/1,438.89 = 382/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
959.26x = 1,438.89 × 382 - Step 4: Simplify right side
959.26x = 549,655.98 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 549,655.98/959.26 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 573
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