Finding the Fourth Proportional to 927, 1,390.50 and 243
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 927, 1,390.50 and 243 is: 364.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
927 : 1,390.50 = 243 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
927/1,390.50 = 243/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
927x = 1,390.50 × 243 - Step 4: Simplify right side
927x = 337,891.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 337,891.50/927 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 364.50
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