Finding the Fourth Proportional to 629.16, 868.86 and 519
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 629.16, 868.86 and 519 is: 716.73
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
629.16 : 868.86 = 519 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
629.16/868.86 = 519/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
629.16x = 868.86 × 519 - Step 4: Simplify right side
629.16x = 450,938.34 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 450,938.34/629.16 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 716.73
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