Finding the Fourth Proportional to 933.31, 1,399.63 and 275
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 933.31, 1,399.63 and 275 is: 412.40
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
933.31 : 1,399.63 = 275 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
933.31/1,399.63 = 275/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
933.31x = 1,399.63 × 275 - Step 4: Simplify right side
933.31x = 384,898.25 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 384,898.25/933.31 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 412.40
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