Finding the Fourth Proportional to 561, 841.50 and 219
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 561, 841.50 and 219 is: 328.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
561 : 841.50 = 219 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
561/841.50 = 219/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
561x = 841.50 × 219 - Step 4: Simplify right side
561x = 184,288.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 184,288.50/561 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 328.50
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