Finding the Fourth Proportional to 855.04, 1,180 and 560.48
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 855.04, 1,180 and 560.48 is: 773.49
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
855.04 : 1,180 = 560.48 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
855.04/1,180 = 560.48/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
855.04x = 1,180 × 560.48 - Step 4: Simplify right side
855.04x = 661,366.40 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 661,366.40/855.04 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 773.49
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