Finding the Fourth Proportional to 577, 796.26 and 393
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 577, 796.26 and 393 is: 542.34
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
577 : 796.26 = 393 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
577/796.26 = 393/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
577x = 796.26 × 393 - Step 4: Simplify right side
577x = 312,930.18 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 312,930.18/577 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 542.34
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