Finding the Fourth Proportional to 972, 1,458 and 606.60
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 972, 1,458 and 606.60 is: 909.90
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
972 : 1,458 = 606.60 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
972/1,458 = 606.60/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
972x = 1,458 × 606.60 - Step 4: Simplify right side
972x = 884,422.80 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 884,422.80/972 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 909.90
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