Finding the Fourth Proportional to 771.56, 1,158 and 310.25
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 771.56, 1,158 and 310.25 is: 465.64
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
771.56 : 1,158 = 310.25 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
771.56/1,158 = 310.25/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
771.56x = 1,158 × 310.25 - Step 4: Simplify right side
771.56x = 359,263.71 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 359,263.71/771.56 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 465.64
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