Finding the Fourth Proportional to 925.56, 1,387.80 and 540
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 925.56, 1,387.80 and 540 is: 809.68
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
925.56 : 1,387.80 = 540 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
925.56/1,387.80 = 540/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
925.56x = 1,387.80 × 540 - Step 4: Simplify right side
925.56x = 749,412 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 749,412/925.56 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 809.68
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