Finding the Fourth Proportional to 670, 924.60 and 394
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 670, 924.60 and 394 is: 543.72
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
670 : 924.60 = 394 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
670/924.60 = 394/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
670x = 924.60 × 394 - Step 4: Simplify right side
670x = 364,292.40 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 364,292.40/670 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 543.72
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