Finding the Fourth Proportional to 542, 812 and 425.12
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 542, 812 and 425.12 is: 636.90
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
542 : 812 = 425.12 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
542/812 = 425.12/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
542x = 812 × 425.12 - Step 4: Simplify right side
542x = 345,197.44 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 345,197.44/542 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 636.90
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