Finding the Fourth Proportional to 862.96, 1,294.50 and 430
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 862.96, 1,294.50 and 430 is: 645.03
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
862.96 : 1,294.50 = 430 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
862.96/1,294.50 = 430/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
862.96x = 1,294.50 × 430 - Step 4: Simplify right side
862.96x = 556,635 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 556,635/862.96 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 645.03
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