Finding the Fourth Proportional to 804, 1,206 and 348
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 804, 1,206 and 348 is: 522
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
804 : 1,206 = 348 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
804/1,206 = 348/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
804x = 1,206 × 348 - Step 4: Simplify right side
804x = 419,688 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 419,688/804 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 522
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