Finding the Fourth Proportional to 800.72, 1,104 and 661.40
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 800.72, 1,104 and 661.40 is: 911.91
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
800.72 : 1,104 = 661.40 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
800.72/1,104 = 661.40/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
800.72x = 1,104 × 661.40 - Step 4: Simplify right side
800.72x = 730,185.60 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 730,185.60/800.72 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 911.91
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