Finding the Fourth Proportional to 801.96, 1,201.96 and 528
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 801.96, 1,201.96 and 528 is: 791.35
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
801.96 : 1,201.96 = 528 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
801.96/1,201.96 = 528/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
801.96x = 1,201.96 × 528 - Step 4: Simplify right side
801.96x = 634,634.88 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 634,634.88/801.96 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 791.35
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