Finding the Fourth Proportional to 882.52, 1,217.90 and 533
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 882.52, 1,217.90 and 533 is: 735.55
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
882.52 : 1,217.90 = 533 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
882.52/1,217.90 = 533/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
882.52x = 1,217.90 × 533 - Step 4: Simplify right side
882.52x = 649,140.70 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 649,140.70/882.52 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 735.55
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