Finding the Fourth Proportional to 860.72, 1,291.08 and 518
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 860.72, 1,291.08 and 518 is: 777.00
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
860.72 : 1,291.08 = 518 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
860.72/1,291.08 = 518/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
860.72x = 1,291.08 × 518 - Step 4: Simplify right side
860.72x = 668,779.44 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 668,779.44/860.72 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 777.00
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