Finding the Fourth Proportional to 940.32, 1,410.63 and 291
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 940.32, 1,410.63 and 291 is: 436.55
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
940.32 : 1,410.63 = 291 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
940.32/1,410.63 = 291/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
940.32x = 1,410.63 × 291 - Step 4: Simplify right side
940.32x = 410,493.33 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 410,493.33/940.32 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 436.55
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