Finding the Fourth Proportional to 797.98, 1,197.42 and 359.08
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 797.98, 1,197.42 and 359.08 is: 538.82
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
797.98 : 1,197.42 = 359.08 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
797.98/1,197.42 = 359.08/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
797.98x = 1,197.42 × 359.08 - Step 4: Simplify right side
797.98x = 429,969.57 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 429,969.57/797.98 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 538.82
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