Finding the Fourth Proportional to 984.12, 1,358.08 and 542
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 984.12, 1,358.08 and 542 is: 747.96
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
984.12 : 1,358.08 = 542 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
984.12/1,358.08 = 542/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
984.12x = 1,358.08 × 542 - Step 4: Simplify right side
984.12x = 736,079.36 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 736,079.36/984.12 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 747.96
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