Finding the Fourth Proportional to 775, 1,162.98 and 319
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 775, 1,162.98 and 319 is: 478.70
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
775 : 1,162.98 = 319 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
775/1,162.98 = 319/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
775x = 1,162.98 × 319 - Step 4: Simplify right side
775x = 370,990.62 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 370,990.62/775 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 478.70
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