Finding the Fourth Proportional to 819, 1,228.50 and 211
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 819, 1,228.50 and 211 is: 316.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
819 : 1,228.50 = 211 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
819/1,228.50 = 211/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
819x = 1,228.50 × 211 - Step 4: Simplify right side
819x = 259,213.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 259,213.50/819 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 316.50
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