Finding the Fourth Proportional to 907.61, 1,361.21 and 359.64
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 907.61, 1,361.21 and 359.64 is: 539.38
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
907.61 : 1,361.21 = 359.64 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
907.61/1,361.21 = 359.64/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
907.61x = 1,361.21 × 359.64 - Step 4: Simplify right side
907.61x = 489,543.77 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 489,543.77/907.61 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 539.38
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