Finding the Fourth Proportional to 736.59, 1,014.88 and 550
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 736.59, 1,014.88 and 550 is: 757.79
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
736.59 : 1,014.88 = 550 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
736.59/1,014.88 = 550/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
736.59x = 1,014.88 × 550 - Step 4: Simplify right side
736.59x = 558,184 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 558,184/736.59 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 757.79
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