Finding the Fourth Proportional to 711.84, 1,067.76 and 660
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 711.84, 1,067.76 and 660 is: 990.00
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
711.84 : 1,067.76 = 660 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
711.84/1,067.76 = 660/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
711.84x = 1,067.76 × 660 - Step 4: Simplify right side
711.84x = 704,721.60 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 704,721.60/711.84 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 990.00
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