Finding the Fourth Proportional to 557, 766.86 and 531
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 557, 766.86 and 531 is: 731.06
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
557 : 766.86 = 531 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
557/766.86 = 531/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
557x = 766.86 × 531 - Step 4: Simplify right side
557x = 407,202.66 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 407,202.66/557 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 731.06
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