Finding the Fourth Proportional to 861, 1,188.18 and 550.92
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 861, 1,188.18 and 550.92 is: 760.27
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
861 : 1,188.18 = 550.92 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
861/1,188.18 = 550.92/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
861x = 1,188.18 × 550.92 - Step 4: Simplify right side
861x = 654,592.13 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 654,592.13/861 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 760.27
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