Finding the Fourth Proportional to 814.08, 1,221.30 and 381
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 814.08, 1,221.30 and 381 is: 571.58
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
814.08 : 1,221.30 = 381 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
814.08/1,221.30 = 381/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
814.08x = 1,221.30 × 381 - Step 4: Simplify right side
814.08x = 465,315.30 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 465,315.30/814.08 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 571.58
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