Finding the Fourth Proportional to 782.88, 1,173.72 and 454
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 782.88, 1,173.72 and 454 is: 680.65
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
782.88 : 1,173.72 = 454 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
782.88/1,173.72 = 454/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
782.88x = 1,173.72 × 454 - Step 4: Simplify right side
782.88x = 532,868.88 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 532,868.88/782.88 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 680.65
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