Finding the Fourth Proportional to 792.60, 1,188.62 and 381
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 792.60, 1,188.62 and 381 is: 571.37
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
792.60 : 1,188.62 = 381 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
792.60/1,188.62 = 381/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
792.60x = 1,188.62 × 381 - Step 4: Simplify right side
792.60x = 452,864.22 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 452,864.22/792.60 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 571.37
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