Finding the Fourth Proportional to 787.32, 1,086.54 and 438
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 787.32, 1,086.54 and 438 is: 604.46
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
787.32 : 1,086.54 = 438 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
787.32/1,086.54 = 438/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
787.32x = 1,086.54 × 438 - Step 4: Simplify right side
787.32x = 475,904.52 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 475,904.52/787.32 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 604.46
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