Finding the Fourth Proportional to 813, 1,121.94 and 445
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 813, 1,121.94 and 445 is: 614.10
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
813 : 1,121.94 = 445 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
813/1,121.94 = 445/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
813x = 1,121.94 × 445 - Step 4: Simplify right side
813x = 499,263.30 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 499,263.30/813 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 614.10
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