Finding the Fourth Proportional to 779.32, 1,169.16 and 433
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 779.32, 1,169.16 and 433 is: 649.60
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
779.32 : 1,169.16 = 433 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
779.32/1,169.16 = 433/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
779.32x = 1,169.16 × 433 - Step 4: Simplify right side
779.32x = 506,246.28 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 506,246.28/779.32 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 649.60
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