Finding the Fourth Proportional to 791.78, 1,091.50 and 555
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 791.78, 1,091.50 and 555 is: 765.09
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
791.78 : 1,091.50 = 555 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
791.78/1,091.50 = 555/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
791.78x = 1,091.50 × 555 - Step 4: Simplify right side
791.78x = 605,782.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 605,782.50/791.78 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 765.09
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