Finding the Fourth Proportional to 925, 1,387.77 and 463
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 925, 1,387.77 and 463 is: 694.64
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
925 : 1,387.77 = 463 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
925/1,387.77 = 463/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
925x = 1,387.77 × 463 - Step 4: Simplify right side
925x = 642,537.51 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 642,537.51/925 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 694.64
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