Finding the Fourth Proportional to 892, 1,338 and 430.17
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 892, 1,338 and 430.17 is: 645.26
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
892 : 1,338 = 430.17 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
892/1,338 = 430.17/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
892x = 1,338 × 430.17 - Step 4: Simplify right side
892x = 575,567.46 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 575,567.46/892 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 645.26
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