Finding the Fourth Proportional to 787.68, 1,182 and 499.68
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 787.68, 1,182 and 499.68 is: 749.82
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
787.68 : 1,182 = 499.68 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
787.68/1,182 = 499.68/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
787.68x = 1,182 × 499.68 - Step 4: Simplify right side
787.68x = 590,621.76 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 590,621.76/787.68 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 749.82
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