Finding the Fourth Proportional to 693.55, 1,039.86 and 328
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 693.55, 1,039.86 and 328 is: 491.78
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
693.55 : 1,039.86 = 328 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
693.55/1,039.86 = 328/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
693.55x = 1,039.86 × 328 - Step 4: Simplify right side
693.55x = 341,074.08 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 341,074.08/693.55 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 491.78
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