Finding the Fourth Proportional to 964.72, 1,447.08 and 622
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 964.72, 1,447.08 and 622 is: 933
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
964.72 : 1,447.08 = 622 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
964.72/1,447.08 = 622/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
964.72x = 1,447.08 × 622 - Step 4: Simplify right side
964.72x = 900,083.76 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 900,083.76/964.72 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 933
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