Finding the Fourth Proportional to 766.92, 1,150.76 and 402
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 766.92, 1,150.76 and 402 is: 603.20
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
766.92 : 1,150.76 = 402 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
766.92/1,150.76 = 402/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
766.92x = 1,150.76 × 402 - Step 4: Simplify right side
766.92x = 462,605.52 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 462,605.52/766.92 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 603.20
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