Finding the Fourth Proportional to 855, 1,179.42 and 592.92
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 855, 1,179.42 and 592.92 is: 817.90
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
855 : 1,179.42 = 592.92 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
855/1,179.42 = 592.92/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
855x = 1,179.42 × 592.92 - Step 4: Simplify right side
855x = 699,301.71 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 699,301.71/855 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 817.90
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