Finding the Fourth Proportional to 680.51, 1,018.60 and 542
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 680.51, 1,018.60 and 542 is: 811.28
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
680.51 : 1,018.60 = 542 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
680.51/1,018.60 = 542/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
680.51x = 1,018.60 × 542 - Step 4: Simplify right side
680.51x = 552,081.20 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 552,081.20/680.51 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 811.28
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