Finding the Fourth Proportional to 821, 1,231.50 and 243.88
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 821, 1,231.50 and 243.88 is: 365.82
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
821 : 1,231.50 = 243.88 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
821/1,231.50 = 243.88/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
821x = 1,231.50 × 243.88 - Step 4: Simplify right side
821x = 300,338.22 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 300,338.22/821 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 365.82
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