Finding the Fourth Proportional to 911, 1,366.50 and 227
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 911, 1,366.50 and 227 is: 340.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
911 : 1,366.50 = 227 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
911/1,366.50 = 227/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
911x = 1,366.50 × 227 - Step 4: Simplify right side
911x = 310,195.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 310,195.50/911 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 340.50
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