Finding the Fourth Proportional to 795, 1,192.50 and 339
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 795, 1,192.50 and 339 is: 508.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
795 : 1,192.50 = 339 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
795/1,192.50 = 339/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
795x = 1,192.50 × 339 - Step 4: Simplify right side
795x = 404,257.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 404,257.50/795 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 508.50
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