Finding the Fourth Proportional to 965.72, 1,449.12 and 389
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 965.72, 1,449.12 and 389 is: 583.72
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
965.72 : 1,449.12 = 389 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
965.72/1,449.12 = 389/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
965.72x = 1,449.12 × 389 - Step 4: Simplify right side
965.72x = 563,707.68 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 563,707.68/965.72 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 583.72
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