Finding the Fourth Proportional to 925.81, 1,388.70 and 378
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 925.81, 1,388.70 and 378 is: 567.00
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
925.81 : 1,388.70 = 378 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
925.81/1,388.70 = 378/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
925.81x = 1,388.70 × 378 - Step 4: Simplify right side
925.81x = 524,928.60 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 524,928.60/925.81 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 567.00
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