Finding the Fourth Proportional to 813, 1,219.50 and 357
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 813, 1,219.50 and 357 is: 535.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
813 : 1,219.50 = 357 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
813/1,219.50 = 357/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
813x = 1,219.50 × 357 - Step 4: Simplify right side
813x = 435,361.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 435,361.50/813 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 535.50
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