Finding the Fourth Proportional to 835, 1,252.50 and 379
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 835, 1,252.50 and 379 is: 568.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
835 : 1,252.50 = 379 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
835/1,252.50 = 379/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
835x = 1,252.50 × 379 - Step 4: Simplify right side
835x = 474,697.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 474,697.50/835 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 568.50
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