Finding the Fourth Proportional to 797.96, 1,197.84 and 366
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 797.96, 1,197.84 and 366 is: 549.41
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
797.96 : 1,197.84 = 366 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
797.96/1,197.84 = 366/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
797.96x = 1,197.84 × 366 - Step 4: Simplify right side
797.96x = 438,409.44 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 438,409.44/797.96 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 549.41
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