Finding the Fourth Proportional to 932.50, 1,287.12 and 622
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 932.50, 1,287.12 and 622 is: 858.54
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
932.50 : 1,287.12 = 622 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
932.50/1,287.12 = 622/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
932.50x = 1,287.12 × 622 - Step 4: Simplify right side
932.50x = 800,588.64 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 800,588.64/932.50 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 858.54
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