Finding the Fourth Proportional to 513.78, 770.64 and 129
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 513.78, 770.64 and 129 is: 193.49
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
513.78 : 770.64 = 129 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
513.78/770.64 = 129/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
513.78x = 770.64 × 129 - Step 4: Simplify right side
513.78x = 99,412.56 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 99,412.56/513.78 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 193.49
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