Finding the Fourth Proportional to 731.50, 1,009.50 and 421
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 731.50, 1,009.50 and 421 is: 581.00
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
731.50 : 1,009.50 = 421 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
731.50/1,009.50 = 421/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
731.50x = 1,009.50 × 421 - Step 4: Simplify right side
731.50x = 424,999.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 424,999.50/731.50 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 581.00
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