Finding the Fourth Proportional to 923.16, 1,385.04 and 576
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 923.16, 1,385.04 and 576 is: 864.19
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
923.16 : 1,385.04 = 576 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
923.16/1,385.04 = 576/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
923.16x = 1,385.04 × 576 - Step 4: Simplify right side
923.16x = 797,783.04 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 797,783.04/923.16 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 864.19
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