Finding the Fourth Proportional to 767.96, 1,152 and 378.29
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 767.96, 1,152 and 378.29 is: 567.46
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
767.96 : 1,152 = 378.29 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
767.96/1,152 = 378.29/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
767.96x = 1,152 × 378.29 - Step 4: Simplify right side
767.96x = 435,790.08 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 435,790.08/767.96 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 567.46
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