Finding the Fourth Proportional to 785.88, 1,179 and 375.12
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 785.88, 1,179 and 375.12 is: 562.77
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
785.88 : 1,179 = 375.12 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
785.88/1,179 = 375.12/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
785.88x = 1,179 × 375.12 - Step 4: Simplify right side
785.88x = 442,266.48 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 442,266.48/785.88 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 562.77
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