Finding the Fourth Proportional to 989.96, 1,483.02 and 533
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 989.96, 1,483.02 and 533 is: 798.47
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
989.96 : 1,483.02 = 533 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
989.96/1,483.02 = 533/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
989.96x = 1,483.02 × 533 - Step 4: Simplify right side
989.96x = 790,449.66 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 790,449.66/989.96 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 798.47
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