Finding the Fourth Proportional to 963, 1,445.14 and 355
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 963, 1,445.14 and 355 is: 532.74
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
963 : 1,445.14 = 355 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
963/1,445.14 = 355/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
963x = 1,445.14 × 355 - Step 4: Simplify right side
963x = 513,024.70 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 513,024.70/963 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 532.74
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