Finding the Fourth Proportional to 921.72, 1,381.14 and 579
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 921.72, 1,381.14 and 579 is: 867.60
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
921.72 : 1,381.14 = 579 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
921.72/1,381.14 = 579/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
921.72x = 1,381.14 × 579 - Step 4: Simplify right side
921.72x = 799,680.06 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 799,680.06/921.72 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 867.60
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