Finding the Fourth Proportional to 819, 1,228.68 and 306
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 819, 1,228.68 and 306 is: 459.07
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
819 : 1,228.68 = 306 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
819/1,228.68 = 306/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
819x = 1,228.68 × 306 - Step 4: Simplify right side
819x = 375,976.08 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 375,976.08/819 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 459.07
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