Finding the Fourth Proportional to 555, 832.62 and 213
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 555, 832.62 and 213 is: 319.55
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
555 : 832.62 = 213 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
555/832.62 = 213/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
555x = 832.62 × 213 - Step 4: Simplify right side
555x = 177,348.06 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 177,348.06/555 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 319.55
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