Finding the Fourth Proportional to 780.32, 1,169.84 and 628
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 780.32, 1,169.84 and 628 is: 941.48
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
780.32 : 1,169.84 = 628 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
780.32/1,169.84 = 628/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
780.32x = 1,169.84 × 628 - Step 4: Simplify right side
780.32x = 734,659.52 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 734,659.52/780.32 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 941.48
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