Finding the Fourth Proportional to 672, 927.36 and 396
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 672, 927.36 and 396 is: 546.48
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
672 : 927.36 = 396 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
672/927.36 = 396/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
672x = 927.36 × 396 - Step 4: Simplify right side
672x = 367,234.56 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 367,234.56/672 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 546.48
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