Finding the Fourth Proportional to 928.34, 1,280.48 and 634
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 928.34, 1,280.48 and 634 is: 874.49
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
928.34 : 1,280.48 = 634 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
928.34/1,280.48 = 634/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
928.34x = 1,280.48 × 634 - Step 4: Simplify right side
928.34x = 811,824.32 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 811,824.32/928.34 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 874.49
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