Finding the Fourth Proportional to 720.72, 1,081.52 and 336
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 720.72, 1,081.52 and 336 is: 504.21
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
720.72 : 1,081.52 = 336 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
720.72/1,081.52 = 336/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
720.72x = 1,081.52 × 336 - Step 4: Simplify right side
720.72x = 363,390.72 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 363,390.72/720.72 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 504.21
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