Finding the Fourth Proportional to 722, 1,083.18 and 209
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 722, 1,083.18 and 209 is: 313.55
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
722 : 1,083.18 = 209 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
722/1,083.18 = 209/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
722x = 1,083.18 × 209 - Step 4: Simplify right side
722x = 226,384.62 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 226,384.62/722 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 313.55
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