Finding the Fourth Proportional to 928.13, 1,391.99 and 270
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 928.13, 1,391.99 and 270 is: 404.94
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
928.13 : 1,391.99 = 270 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
928.13/1,391.99 = 270/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
928.13x = 1,391.99 × 270 - Step 4: Simplify right side
928.13x = 375,835.95 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 375,835.95/928.13 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 404.94
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