Finding the Fourth Proportional to 991.38, 1,485.72 and 552
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 991.38, 1,485.72 and 552 is: 827.25
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
991.38 : 1,485.72 = 552 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
991.38/1,485.72 = 552/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
991.38x = 1,485.72 × 552 - Step 4: Simplify right side
991.38x = 820,117.44 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 820,117.44/991.38 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 827.25
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