Finding the Fourth Proportional to 675, 1,012.50 and 219
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 675, 1,012.50 and 219 is: 328.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
675 : 1,012.50 = 219 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
675/1,012.50 = 219/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
675x = 1,012.50 × 219 - Step 4: Simplify right side
675x = 221,737.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 221,737.50/675 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 328.50
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