Finding the Fourth Proportional to 996.96, 1,494.48 and 540
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 996.96, 1,494.48 and 540 is: 809.48
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
996.96 : 1,494.48 = 540 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
996.96/1,494.48 = 540/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
996.96x = 1,494.48 × 540 - Step 4: Simplify right side
996.96x = 807,019.20 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 807,019.20/996.96 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 809.48
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