Finding the Fourth Proportional to 812.32, 1,218.80 and 356
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 812.32, 1,218.80 and 356 is: 534.14
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
812.32 : 1,218.80 = 356 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
812.32/1,218.80 = 356/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
812.32x = 1,218.80 × 356 - Step 4: Simplify right side
812.32x = 433,892.80 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 433,892.80/812.32 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 534.14
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