Finding the Fourth Proportional to 770.28, 1,062 and 628.80
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 770.28, 1,062 and 628.80 is: 866.94
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
770.28 : 1,062 = 628.80 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
770.28/1,062 = 628.80/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
770.28x = 1,062 × 628.80 - Step 4: Simplify right side
770.28x = 667,785.60 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 667,785.60/770.28 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 866.94
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