Finding the Fourth Proportional to 929, 1,394.14 and 321
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 929, 1,394.14 and 321 is: 481.72
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
929 : 1,394.14 = 321 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
929/1,394.14 = 321/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
929x = 1,394.14 × 321 - Step 4: Simplify right side
929x = 447,518.94 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 447,518.94/929 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 481.72
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