Finding the Fourth Proportional to 621.87, 932.76 and 189
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 621.87, 932.76 and 189 is: 283.49
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
621.87 : 932.76 = 189 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
621.87/932.76 = 189/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
621.87x = 932.76 × 189 - Step 4: Simplify right side
621.87x = 176,291.64 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 176,291.64/621.87 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 283.49
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