Finding the Fourth Proportional to 809.96, 1,214.94 and 297
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 809.96, 1,214.94 and 297 is: 445.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
809.96 : 1,214.94 = 297 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
809.96/1,214.94 = 297/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
809.96x = 1,214.94 × 297 - Step 4: Simplify right side
809.96x = 360,837.18 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 360,837.18/809.96 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 445.50
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