Finding the Fourth Proportional to 980.64, 1,352.72 and 612
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 980.64, 1,352.72 and 612 is: 844.21
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
980.64 : 1,352.72 = 612 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
980.64/1,352.72 = 612/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
980.64x = 1,352.72 × 612 - Step 4: Simplify right side
980.64x = 827,864.64 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 827,864.64/980.64 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 844.21
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