Finding the Fourth Proportional to 911, 1,366.68 and 398
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 911, 1,366.68 and 398 is: 597.08
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
911 : 1,366.68 = 398 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
911/1,366.68 = 398/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
911x = 1,366.68 × 398 - Step 4: Simplify right side
911x = 543,938.64 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 543,938.64/911 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 597.08
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