Finding the Fourth Proportional to 936, 1,404.64 and 328
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 936, 1,404.64 and 328 is: 492.22
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
936 : 1,404.64 = 328 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
936/1,404.64 = 328/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
936x = 1,404.64 × 328 - Step 4: Simplify right side
936x = 460,721.92 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 460,721.92/936 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 492.22
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