Finding the Fourth Proportional to 997.32, 1,495.06 and 631
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 997.32, 1,495.06 and 631 is: 945.92
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
997.32 : 1,495.06 = 631 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
997.32/1,495.06 = 631/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
997.32x = 1,495.06 × 631 - Step 4: Simplify right side
997.32x = 943,382.86 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 943,382.86/997.32 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 945.92
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