Finding the Fourth Proportional to 801, 1,104.35 and 505.75
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 801, 1,104.35 and 505.75 is: 697.28
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
801 : 1,104.35 = 505.75 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
801/1,104.35 = 505.75/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
801x = 1,104.35 × 505.75 - Step 4: Simplify right side
801x = 558,525.01 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 558,525.01/801 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 697.28
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