Finding the Fourth Proportional to 869, 1,303.58 and 413
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 869, 1,303.58 and 413 is: 619.54
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
869 : 1,303.58 = 413 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
869/1,303.58 = 413/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
869x = 1,303.58 × 413 - Step 4: Simplify right side
869x = 538,378.54 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 538,378.54/869 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 619.54
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