Finding the Fourth Proportional to 750, 1,035 and 488.46
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 750, 1,035 and 488.46 is: 674.07
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
750 : 1,035 = 488.46 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
750/1,035 = 488.46/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
750x = 1,035 × 488.46 - Step 4: Simplify right side
750x = 505,556.10 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 505,556.10/750 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 674.07
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