Finding the Fourth Proportional to 838.20, 1,257.78 and 376
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 838.20, 1,257.78 and 376 is: 564.22
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
838.20 : 1,257.78 = 376 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
838.20/1,257.78 = 376/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
838.20x = 1,257.78 × 376 - Step 4: Simplify right side
838.20x = 472,925.28 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 472,925.28/838.20 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 564.22
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