Finding the Fourth Proportional to 742.69, 1,024.87 and 428
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 742.69, 1,024.87 and 428 is: 590.62
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
742.69 : 1,024.87 = 428 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
742.69/1,024.87 = 428/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
742.69x = 1,024.87 × 428 - Step 4: Simplify right side
742.69x = 438,642.22 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 438,642.22/742.69 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 590.62
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