Finding the Fourth Proportional to 817, 1,225.50 and 209
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 817, 1,225.50 and 209 is: 313.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
817 : 1,225.50 = 209 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
817/1,225.50 = 209/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
817x = 1,225.50 × 209 - Step 4: Simplify right side
817x = 256,129.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 256,129.50/817 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 313.50
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