Finding the Fourth Proportional to 806, 1,112.32 and 530
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 806, 1,112.32 and 530 is: 731.43
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
806 : 1,112.32 = 530 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
806/1,112.32 = 530/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
806x = 1,112.32 × 530 - Step 4: Simplify right side
806x = 589,529.60 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 589,529.60/806 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 731.43
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