Finding the Fourth Proportional to 815.32, 1,221.96 and 583
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 815.32, 1,221.96 and 583 is: 873.77
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
815.32 : 1,221.96 = 583 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
815.32/1,221.96 = 583/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
815.32x = 1,221.96 × 583 - Step 4: Simplify right side
815.32x = 712,402.68 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 712,402.68/815.32 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 873.77
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