Finding the Fourth Proportional to 812, 1,218 and 356
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 812, 1,218 and 356 is: 534
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
812 : 1,218 = 356 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
812/1,218 = 356/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
812x = 1,218 × 356 - Step 4: Simplify right side
812x = 433,608 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 433,608/812 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 534
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