Finding the Fourth Proportional to 993.18, 1,489.70 and 416
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 993.18, 1,489.70 and 416 is: 623.97
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
993.18 : 1,489.70 = 416 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
993.18/1,489.70 = 416/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
993.18x = 1,489.70 × 416 - Step 4: Simplify right side
993.18x = 619,715.20 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 619,715.20/993.18 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 623.97
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