Finding the Fourth Proportional to 928.50, 1,281.36 and 579
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 928.50, 1,281.36 and 579 is: 799.04
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
928.50 : 1,281.36 = 579 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
928.50/1,281.36 = 579/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
928.50x = 1,281.36 × 579 - Step 4: Simplify right side
928.50x = 741,907.44 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 741,907.44/928.50 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 799.04
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