Finding the Fourth Proportional to 797.20, 1,193.34 and 565
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 797.20, 1,193.34 and 565 is: 845.76
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
797.20 : 1,193.34 = 565 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
797.20/1,193.34 = 565/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
797.20x = 1,193.34 × 565 - Step 4: Simplify right side
797.20x = 674,237.10 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 674,237.10/797.20 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 845.76
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