Finding the Fourth Proportional to 927.81, 1,391.31 and 441
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 927.81, 1,391.31 and 441 is: 661.31
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
927.81 : 1,391.31 = 441 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
927.81/1,391.31 = 441/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
927.81x = 1,391.31 × 441 - Step 4: Simplify right side
927.81x = 613,567.71 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 613,567.71/927.81 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 661.31
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