Finding the Fourth Proportional to 976.64, 1,347.92 and 557
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 976.64, 1,347.92 and 557 is: 768.75
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
976.64 : 1,347.92 = 557 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
976.64/1,347.92 = 557/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
976.64x = 1,347.92 × 557 - Step 4: Simplify right side
976.64x = 750,791.44 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 750,791.44/976.64 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 768.75
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