Finding the Fourth Proportional to 795.94, 1,194 and 363.22
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 795.94, 1,194 and 363.22 is: 544.87
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
795.94 : 1,194 = 363.22 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
795.94/1,194 = 363.22/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
795.94x = 1,194 × 363.22 - Step 4: Simplify right side
795.94x = 433,684.68 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 433,684.68/795.94 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 544.87
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