Finding the Fourth Proportional to 688, 950 and 541.40
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 688, 950 and 541.40 is: 747.57
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
688 : 950 = 541.40 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
688/950 = 541.40/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
688x = 950 × 541.40 - Step 4: Simplify right side
688x = 514,330 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 514,330/688 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 747.57
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