Finding the Fourth Proportional to 771,717.16, 1,157,970.94 and 367,367
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 771,717.16, 1,157,970.94 and 367,367 is: 551,238.63
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
771,717.16 : 1,157,970.94 = 367,367 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
771,717.16/1,157,970.94 = 367,367/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
771,717.16x = 1,157,970.94 × 367,367 - Step 4: Simplify right side
771,717.16x = 425,400,310,314.98 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 425,400,310,314.98/771,717.16 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 551,238.63
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