Finding the Fourth Proportional to 812.22, 1,215.93 and 618
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 812.22, 1,215.93 and 618 is: 925.17
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
812.22 : 1,215.93 = 618 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
812.22/1,215.93 = 618/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
812.22x = 1,215.93 × 618 - Step 4: Simplify right side
812.22x = 751,444.74 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 751,444.74/812.22 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 925.17
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