Finding the Fourth Proportional to 887.99, 1,225.44 and 495
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 887.99, 1,225.44 and 495 is: 683.11
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
887.99 : 1,225.44 = 495 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
887.99/1,225.44 = 495/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
887.99x = 1,225.44 × 495 - Step 4: Simplify right side
887.99x = 606,592.80 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 606,592.80/887.99 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 683.11
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