Finding the Fourth Proportional to 777.92, 1,167.18 and 470
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 777.92, 1,167.18 and 470 is: 705.18
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
777.92 : 1,167.18 = 470 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
777.92/1,167.18 = 470/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
777.92x = 1,167.18 × 470 - Step 4: Simplify right side
777.92x = 548,574.60 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 548,574.60/777.92 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 705.18
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