Finding the Fourth Proportional to 996.72, 1,495.38 and 347.58
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 996.72, 1,495.38 and 347.58 is: 521.47
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
996.72 : 1,495.38 = 347.58 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
996.72/1,495.38 = 347.58/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
996.72x = 1,495.38 × 347.58 - Step 4: Simplify right side
996.72x = 519,764.18 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 519,764.18/996.72 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 521.47
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