Finding the Fourth Proportional to 866.28, 1,299.39 and 217
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 866.28, 1,299.39 and 217 is: 325.49
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
866.28 : 1,299.39 = 217 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
866.28/1,299.39 = 217/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
866.28x = 1,299.39 × 217 - Step 4: Simplify right side
866.28x = 281,967.63 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 281,967.63/866.28 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 325.49
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