Finding the Fourth Proportional to 778.78, 1,168.56 and 394
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 778.78, 1,168.56 and 394 is: 591.20
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
778.78 : 1,168.56 = 394 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
778.78/1,168.56 = 394/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
778.78x = 1,168.56 × 394 - Step 4: Simplify right side
778.78x = 460,412.64 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 460,412.64/778.78 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 591.20
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