Finding the Fourth Proportional to 964.82, 1,331.47 and 592
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 964.82, 1,331.47 and 592 is: 816.97
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
964.82 : 1,331.47 = 592 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
964.82/1,331.47 = 592/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
964.82x = 1,331.47 × 592 - Step 4: Simplify right side
964.82x = 788,230.24 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 788,230.24/964.82 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 816.97
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