Finding the Fourth Proportional to 625, 862.50 and 349
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 625, 862.50 and 349 is: 481.62
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
625 : 862.50 = 349 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
625/862.50 = 349/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
625x = 862.50 × 349 - Step 4: Simplify right side
625x = 301,012.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 301,012.50/625 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 481.62
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