Finding the Fourth Proportional to 996.40, 1,374 and 701.20
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 996.40, 1,374 and 701.20 is: 966.93
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
996.40 : 1,374 = 701.20 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
996.40/1,374 = 701.20/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
996.40x = 1,374 × 701.20 - Step 4: Simplify right side
996.40x = 963,448.80 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 963,448.80/996.40 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 966.93
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