Finding the Fourth Proportional to 790.32, 1,184 and 464.72
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 790.32, 1,184 and 464.72 is: 696.21
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
790.32 : 1,184 = 464.72 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
790.32/1,184 = 464.72/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
790.32x = 1,184 × 464.72 - Step 4: Simplify right side
790.32x = 550,228.48 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 550,228.48/790.32 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 696.21
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