Finding the Fourth Proportional to 727, 1,090.70 and 214
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 727, 1,090.70 and 214 is: 321.06
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
727 : 1,090.70 = 214 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
727/1,090.70 = 214/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
727x = 1,090.70 × 214 - Step 4: Simplify right side
727x = 233,409.80 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 233,409.80/727 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 321.06
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