Finding the Fourth Proportional to 778.64, 1,167.96 and 474
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 778.64, 1,167.96 and 474 is: 711.00
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
778.64 : 1,167.96 = 474 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
778.64/1,167.96 = 474/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
778.64x = 1,167.96 × 474 - Step 4: Simplify right side
778.64x = 553,613.04 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 553,613.04/778.64 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 711.00
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