Finding the Fourth Proportional to 804.54, 1,206 and 540.48
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 804.54, 1,206 and 540.48 is: 810.18
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
804.54 : 1,206 = 540.48 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
804.54/1,206 = 540.48/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
804.54x = 1,206 × 540.48 - Step 4: Simplify right side
804.54x = 651,818.88 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 651,818.88/804.54 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 810.18
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