Finding the Fourth Proportional to 924.24, 1,385.09 and 534
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 924.24, 1,385.09 and 534 is: 800.27
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
924.24 : 1,385.09 = 534 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
924.24/1,385.09 = 534/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
924.24x = 1,385.09 × 534 - Step 4: Simplify right side
924.24x = 739,638.06 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 739,638.06/924.24 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 800.27
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