Finding the Fourth Proportional to 774.04, 1,161.18 and 261
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 774.04, 1,161.18 and 261 is: 391.54
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
774.04 : 1,161.18 = 261 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
774.04/1,161.18 = 261/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
774.04x = 1,161.18 × 261 - Step 4: Simplify right side
774.04x = 303,067.98 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 303,067.98/774.04 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 391.54
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