Finding the Fourth Proportional to 797.84, 1,101.57 and 611
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 797.84, 1,101.57 and 611 is: 843.60
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
797.84 : 1,101.57 = 611 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
797.84/1,101.57 = 611/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
797.84x = 1,101.57 × 611 - Step 4: Simplify right side
797.84x = 673,056.22 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 673,056.22/797.84 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 843.60
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