Finding the Fourth Proportional to 725.56, 1,001.40 and 431
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 725.56, 1,001.40 and 431 is: 594.86
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
725.56 : 1,001.40 = 431 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
725.56/1,001.40 = 431/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
725.56x = 1,001.40 × 431 - Step 4: Simplify right side
725.56x = 431,603.40 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 431,603.40/725.56 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 594.86
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