Finding the Fourth Proportional to 790.17, 1,184.02 and 501
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 790.17, 1,184.02 and 501 is: 750.72
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
790.17 : 1,184.02 = 501 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
790.17/1,184.02 = 501/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
790.17x = 1,184.02 × 501 - Step 4: Simplify right side
790.17x = 593,194.02 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 593,194.02/790.17 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 750.72
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