Finding the Fourth Proportional to 920.62, 1,382 and 373.20
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 920.62, 1,382 and 373.20 is: 560.23
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
920.62 : 1,382 = 373.20 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
920.62/1,382 = 373.20/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
920.62x = 1,382 × 373.20 - Step 4: Simplify right side
920.62x = 515,762.40 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 515,762.40/920.62 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 560.23
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