Finding the Fourth Proportional to 712, 1,068.96 and 661.28
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 712, 1,068.96 and 661.28 is: 992.81
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
712 : 1,068.96 = 661.28 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
712/1,068.96 = 661.28/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
712x = 1,068.96 × 661.28 - Step 4: Simplify right side
712x = 706,881.87 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 706,881.87/712 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 992.81
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