Finding the Fourth Proportional to 996.76, 1,494.75 and 586
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 996.76, 1,494.75 and 586 is: 878.77
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
996.76 : 1,494.75 = 586 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
996.76/1,494.75 = 586/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
996.76x = 1,494.75 × 586 - Step 4: Simplify right side
996.76x = 875,923.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 875,923.50/996.76 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 878.77
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