Finding the Fourth Proportional to 870.38, 1,200.58 and 634
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 870.38, 1,200.58 and 634 is: 874.52
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
870.38 : 1,200.58 = 634 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
870.38/1,200.58 = 634/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
870.38x = 1,200.58 × 634 - Step 4: Simplify right side
870.38x = 761,167.72 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 761,167.72/870.38 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 874.52
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