Finding the Fourth Proportional to 887.32, 1,331.30 and 431
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 887.32, 1,331.30 and 431 is: 646.66
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
887.32 : 1,331.30 = 431 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
887.32/1,331.30 = 431/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
887.32x = 1,331.30 × 431 - Step 4: Simplify right side
887.32x = 573,790.30 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 573,790.30/887.32 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 646.66
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