Finding the Fourth Proportional to 661.32, 992 and 507.48
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 661.32, 992 and 507.48 is: 761.24
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
661.32 : 992 = 507.48 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
661.32/992 = 507.48/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
661.32x = 992 × 507.48 - Step 4: Simplify right side
661.32x = 503,420.16 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 503,420.16/661.32 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 761.24
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