Finding the Fourth Proportional to 891.50, 1,230.27 and 581
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 891.50, 1,230.27 and 581 is: 801.78
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
891.50 : 1,230.27 = 581 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
891.50/1,230.27 = 581/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
891.50x = 1,230.27 × 581 - Step 4: Simplify right side
891.50x = 714,786.87 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 714,786.87/891.50 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 801.78
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