Finding the Fourth Proportional to 822.16, 1,234.68 and 514
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 822.16, 1,234.68 and 514 is: 771.90
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
822.16 : 1,234.68 = 514 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
822.16/1,234.68 = 514/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
822.16x = 1,234.68 × 514 - Step 4: Simplify right side
822.16x = 634,625.52 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 634,625.52/822.16 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 771.90
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