Finding the Fourth Proportional to 837.35, 1,255.90 and 221
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 837.35, 1,255.90 and 221 is: 331.47
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
837.35 : 1,255.90 = 221 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
837.35/1,255.90 = 221/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
837.35x = 1,255.90 × 221 - Step 4: Simplify right side
837.35x = 277,553.90 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 277,553.90/837.35 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 331.47
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