Finding the Fourth Proportional to 997.08, 1,495.86 and 420
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 997.08, 1,495.86 and 420 is: 630.10
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
997.08 : 1,495.86 = 420 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
997.08/1,495.86 = 420/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
997.08x = 1,495.86 × 420 - Step 4: Simplify right side
997.08x = 628,261.20 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 628,261.20/997.08 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 630.10
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