Finding the Fourth Proportional to 887.60, 1,328.70 and 731
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 887.60, 1,328.70 and 731 is: 1,094.28
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
887.60 : 1,328.70 = 731 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
887.60/1,328.70 = 731/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
887.60x = 1,328.70 × 731 - Step 4: Simplify right side
887.60x = 971,279.70 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 971,279.70/887.60 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 1,094.28
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