Finding the Fourth Proportional to 792.25, 1,188 and 375.64
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 792.25, 1,188 and 375.64 is: 563.28
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
792.25 : 1,188 = 375.64 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
792.25/1,188 = 375.64/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
792.25x = 1,188 × 375.64 - Step 4: Simplify right side
792.25x = 446,260.32 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 446,260.32/792.25 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 563.28
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