Finding the Fourth Proportional to 727.50, 1,004.04 and 417
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 727.50, 1,004.04 and 417 is: 575.51
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
727.50 : 1,004.04 = 417 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
727.50/1,004.04 = 417/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
727.50x = 1,004.04 × 417 - Step 4: Simplify right side
727.50x = 418,684.68 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 418,684.68/727.50 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 575.51
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