Finding the Fourth Proportional to 772.54, 1,158 and 382
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 772.54, 1,158 and 382 is: 572.60
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
772.54 : 1,158 = 382 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
772.54/1,158 = 382/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
772.54x = 1,158 × 382 - Step 4: Simplify right side
772.54x = 442,356 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 442,356/772.54 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 572.60
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