Finding the Fourth Proportional to 842.28, 1,162.08 and 609
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 842.28, 1,162.08 and 609 is: 840.23
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
842.28 : 1,162.08 = 609 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
842.28/1,162.08 = 609/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
842.28x = 1,162.08 × 609 - Step 4: Simplify right side
842.28x = 707,706.72 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 707,706.72/842.28 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 840.23
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