Finding the Fourth Proportional to 983.44, 1,356.51 and 721
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 983.44, 1,356.51 and 721 is: 994.51
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
983.44 : 1,356.51 = 721 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
983.44/1,356.51 = 721/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
983.44x = 1,356.51 × 721 - Step 4: Simplify right side
983.44x = 978,043.71 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 978,043.71/983.44 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 994.51
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