Finding the Fourth Proportional to 700.76, 1,046 and 651.24
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 700.76, 1,046 and 651.24 is: 972.08
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
700.76 : 1,046 = 651.24 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
700.76/1,046 = 651.24/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
700.76x = 1,046 × 651.24 - Step 4: Simplify right side
700.76x = 681,197.04 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 681,197.04/700.76 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 972.08
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