Finding the Fourth Proportional to 919.04, 1,267.80 and 608
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 919.04, 1,267.80 and 608 is: 838.73
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
919.04 : 1,267.80 = 608 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
919.04/1,267.80 = 608/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
919.04x = 1,267.80 × 608 - Step 4: Simplify right side
919.04x = 770,822.40 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 770,822.40/919.04 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 838.73
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