Finding the Fourth Proportional to 812.72, 1,121.10 and 533
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 812.72, 1,121.10 and 533 is: 735.24
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
812.72 : 1,121.10 = 533 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
812.72/1,121.10 = 533/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
812.72x = 1,121.10 × 533 - Step 4: Simplify right side
812.72x = 597,546.30 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 597,546.30/812.72 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 735.24
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