Finding the Fourth Proportional to 774, 1,161.42 and 389.25
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 774, 1,161.42 and 389.25 is: 584.09
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
774 : 1,161.42 = 389.25 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
774/1,161.42 = 389.25/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
774x = 1,161.42 × 389.25 - Step 4: Simplify right side
774x = 452,082.74 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 452,082.74/774 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 584.09
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