Finding the Fourth Proportional to 919.22, 1,379.03 and 270
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 919.22, 1,379.03 and 270 is: 405.06
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
919.22 : 1,379.03 = 270 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
919.22/1,379.03 = 270/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
919.22x = 1,379.03 × 270 - Step 4: Simplify right side
919.22x = 372,336.75 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 372,336.75/919.22 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 405.06
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