Finding the Fourth Proportional to 923.44, 1,272.64 and 661
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 923.44, 1,272.64 and 661 is: 910.96
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
923.44 : 1,272.64 = 661 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
923.44/1,272.64 = 661/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
923.44x = 1,272.64 × 661 - Step 4: Simplify right side
923.44x = 841,215.04 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 841,215.04/923.44 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 910.96
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