Finding the Fourth Proportional to 927.98, 1,392 and 303.26
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 927.98, 1,392 and 303.26 is: 454.90
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
927.98 : 1,392 = 303.26 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
927.98/1,392 = 303.26/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
927.98x = 1,392 × 303.26 - Step 4: Simplify right side
927.98x = 422,137.92 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 422,137.92/927.98 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 454.90
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