Finding the Fourth Proportional to 796.14, 1,194.27 and 219
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 796.14, 1,194.27 and 219 is: 328.52
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
796.14 : 1,194.27 = 219 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
796.14/1,194.27 = 219/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
796.14x = 1,194.27 × 219 - Step 4: Simplify right side
796.14x = 261,545.13 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 261,545.13/796.14 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 328.52
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