Finding the Fourth Proportional to 403,275, 604,912.50 and 140,619
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 403,275, 604,912.50 and 140,619 is: 210,928.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
403,275 : 604,912.50 = 140,619 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
403,275/604,912.50 = 140,619/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
403,275x = 604,912.50 × 140,619 - Step 4: Simplify right side
403,275x = 85,062,190,837.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 85,062,190,837.50/403,275 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 210,928.50
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