Finding the Fourth Proportional to 825.76, 1,140 and 564.16
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 825.76, 1,140 and 564.16 is: 778.85
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
825.76 : 1,140 = 564.16 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
825.76/1,140 = 564.16/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
825.76x = 1,140 × 564.16 - Step 4: Simplify right side
825.76x = 643,142.40 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 643,142.40/825.76 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 778.85
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