Finding the Fourth Proportional to 750, 1,035.56 and 554
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 750, 1,035.56 and 554 is: 764.93
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
750 : 1,035.56 = 554 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
750/1,035.56 = 554/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
750x = 1,035.56 × 554 - Step 4: Simplify right side
750x = 573,700.24 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 573,700.24/750 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 764.93
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