Finding the Fourth Proportional to 1,268.88, 1,902 and 807
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 1,268.88, 1,902 and 807 is: 1,209.66
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
1,268.88 : 1,902 = 807 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
1,268.88/1,902 = 807/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
1,268.88x = 1,902 × 807 - Step 4: Simplify right side
1,268.88x = 1,534,914 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 1,534,914/1,268.88 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 1,209.66
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