Finding the Fourth Proportional to 869.50, 1,200.18 and 559
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 869.50, 1,200.18 and 559 is: 771.59
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
869.50 : 1,200.18 = 559 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
869.50/1,200.18 = 559/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
869.50x = 1,200.18 × 559 - Step 4: Simplify right side
869.50x = 670,900.62 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 670,900.62/869.50 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 771.59
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