Finding the Fourth Proportional to 921.44, 1,382.16 and 488
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 921.44, 1,382.16 and 488 is: 732
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
921.44 : 1,382.16 = 488 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
921.44/1,382.16 = 488/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
921.44x = 1,382.16 × 488 - Step 4: Simplify right side
921.44x = 674,494.08 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 674,494.08/921.44 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 732
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