Finding the Fourth Proportional to 878.56, 1,316.64 and 488
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 878.56, 1,316.64 and 488 is: 731.33
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
878.56 : 1,316.64 = 488 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
878.56/1,316.64 = 488/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
878.56x = 1,316.64 × 488 - Step 4: Simplify right side
878.56x = 642,520.32 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 642,520.32/878.56 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 731.33
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