Finding the Fourth Proportional to 742.88, 1,024.66 and 603
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 742.88, 1,024.66 and 603 is: 831.72
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
742.88 : 1,024.66 = 603 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
742.88/1,024.66 = 603/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
742.88x = 1,024.66 × 603 - Step 4: Simplify right side
742.88x = 617,869.98 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 617,869.98/742.88 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 831.72
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