Finding the Fourth Proportional to 787, 1,180.98 and 331
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 787, 1,180.98 and 331 is: 496.70
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
787 : 1,180.98 = 331 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
787/1,180.98 = 331/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
787x = 1,180.98 × 331 - Step 4: Simplify right side
787x = 390,904.38 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 390,904.38/787 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 496.70
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