Finding the Fourth Proportional to 772.94, 1,159.50 and 286
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 772.94, 1,159.50 and 286 is: 429.03
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
772.94 : 1,159.50 = 286 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
772.94/1,159.50 = 286/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
772.94x = 1,159.50 × 286 - Step 4: Simplify right side
772.94x = 331,617 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 331,617/772.94 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 429.03
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