Finding the Fourth Proportional to 786.65, 1,086.24 and 578
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 786.65, 1,086.24 and 578 is: 798.13
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
786.65 : 1,086.24 = 578 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
786.65/1,086.24 = 578/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
786.65x = 1,086.24 × 578 - Step 4: Simplify right side
786.65x = 627,846.72 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 627,846.72/786.65 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 798.13
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