Finding the Fourth Proportional to 526.95, 790.62 and 219
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 526.95, 790.62 and 219 is: 328.58
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
526.95 : 790.62 = 219 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
526.95/790.62 = 219/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
526.95x = 790.62 × 219 - Step 4: Simplify right side
526.95x = 173,145.78 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 173,145.78/526.95 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 328.58
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