Finding the Fourth Proportional to 792.96, 1,189.44 and 280
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 792.96, 1,189.44 and 280 is: 420
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
792.96 : 1,189.44 = 280 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
792.96/1,189.44 = 280/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
792.96x = 1,189.44 × 280 - Step 4: Simplify right side
792.96x = 333,043.20 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 333,043.20/792.96 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 420
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