Finding the Fourth Proportional to 786.20, 1,176.88 and 554
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 786.20, 1,176.88 and 554 is: 829.29
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
786.20 : 1,176.88 = 554 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
786.20/1,176.88 = 554/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
786.20x = 1,176.88 × 554 - Step 4: Simplify right side
786.20x = 651,991.52 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 651,991.52/786.20 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 829.29
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