Finding the Fourth Proportional to 944.34, 1,415.90 and 328
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 944.34, 1,415.90 and 328 is: 491.79
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
944.34 : 1,415.90 = 328 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
944.34/1,415.90 = 328/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
944.34x = 1,415.90 × 328 - Step 4: Simplify right side
944.34x = 464,415.20 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 464,415.20/944.34 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 491.79
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