Finding the Fourth Proportional to 989, 1,364.94 and 575
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 989, 1,364.94 and 575 is: 793.57
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
989 : 1,364.94 = 575 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
989/1,364.94 = 575/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
989x = 1,364.94 × 575 - Step 4: Simplify right side
989x = 784,840.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 784,840.50/989 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 793.57
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