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Finding the Fourth Proportional to 750, 1,122.96 and 588

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Solution

The fourth proportional to 750, 1,122.96 and 588 is: 880.40

Step by Step Solution

  1. Step 1: Write the proportion equation
    750 : 1,122.96 = 588 : x
  2. Step 2: Convert to fraction form
    750/1,122.96 = 588/x
  3. Step 3: Cross multiply
    750x = 1,122.96 × 588
  4. Step 4: Simplify right side
    750x = 660,300.48
  5. Step 5: Solve for x
    x = 660,300.48/750
  6. Step 6: Final answer
    x = 880.40

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