Finding the Fourth Proportional to 796.32, 1,196.04 and 615
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 796.32, 1,196.04 and 615 is: 923.70
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
796.32 : 1,196.04 = 615 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
796.32/1,196.04 = 615/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
796.32x = 1,196.04 × 615 - Step 4: Simplify right side
796.32x = 735,564.60 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 735,564.60/796.32 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 923.70
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