Finding the Fourth Proportional to 903, 1,354.52 and 390
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 903, 1,354.52 and 390 is: 585.01
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
903 : 1,354.52 = 390 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
903/1,354.52 = 390/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
903x = 1,354.52 × 390 - Step 4: Simplify right side
903x = 528,262.80 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 528,262.80/903 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 585.01
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