Finding the Fourth Proportional to 782.89, 1,174.44 and 235
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 782.89, 1,174.44 and 235 is: 352.53
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
782.89 : 1,174.44 = 235 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
782.89/1,174.44 = 235/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
782.89x = 1,174.44 × 235 - Step 4: Simplify right side
782.89x = 275,993.40 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 275,993.40/782.89 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 352.53
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