Finding the Fourth Proportional to 800.36, 1,199.82 and 287
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 800.36, 1,199.82 and 287 is: 430.24
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
800.36 : 1,199.82 = 287 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
800.36/1,199.82 = 287/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
800.36x = 1,199.82 × 287 - Step 4: Simplify right side
800.36x = 344,348.34 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 344,348.34/800.36 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 430.24
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