Finding the Fourth Proportional to 661, 912.26 and 385
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 661, 912.26 and 385 is: 531.35
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
661 : 912.26 = 385 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
661/912.26 = 385/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
661x = 912.26 × 385 - Step 4: Simplify right side
661x = 351,220.10 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 351,220.10/661 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 531.35
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