Finding the Fourth Proportional to 924, 1,386.18 and 411
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 924, 1,386.18 and 411 is: 616.58
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
924 : 1,386.18 = 411 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
924/1,386.18 = 411/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
924x = 1,386.18 × 411 - Step 4: Simplify right side
924x = 569,719.98 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 569,719.98/924 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 616.58
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