Finding the Fourth Proportional to 962.48, 1,442.52 and 551
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 962.48, 1,442.52 and 551 is: 825.81
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
962.48 : 1,442.52 = 551 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
962.48/1,442.52 = 551/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
962.48x = 1,442.52 × 551 - Step 4: Simplify right side
962.48x = 794,828.52 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 794,828.52/962.48 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 825.81
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