Finding the Fourth Proportional to 774.24, 1,161.66 and 501
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 774.24, 1,161.66 and 501 is: 751.69
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
774.24 : 1,161.66 = 501 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
774.24/1,161.66 = 501/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
774.24x = 1,161.66 × 501 - Step 4: Simplify right side
774.24x = 581,991.66 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 581,991.66/774.24 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 751.69
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