Finding the Fourth Proportional to 883.97, 1,219.92 and 491
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 883.97, 1,219.92 and 491 is: 677.60
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
883.97 : 1,219.92 = 491 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
883.97/1,219.92 = 491/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
883.97x = 1,219.92 × 491 - Step 4: Simplify right side
883.97x = 598,980.72 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 598,980.72/883.97 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 677.60
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