Finding the Fourth Proportional to 796.32, 1,194.48 and 738
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 796.32, 1,194.48 and 738 is: 1,107
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
796.32 : 1,194.48 = 738 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
796.32/1,194.48 = 738/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
796.32x = 1,194.48 × 738 - Step 4: Simplify right side
796.32x = 881,526.24 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 881,526.24/796.32 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 1,107
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