Finding the Fourth Proportional to 902, 1,245.08 and 626.16
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 902, 1,245.08 and 626.16 is: 864.32
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
902 : 1,245.08 = 626.16 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
902/1,245.08 = 626.16/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
902x = 1,245.08 × 626.16 - Step 4: Simplify right side
902x = 779,619.29 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 779,619.29/902 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 864.32
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