Finding the Fourth Proportional to 750.04, 1,123.32 and 383.92
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 750.04, 1,123.32 and 383.92 is: 574.99
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
750.04 : 1,123.32 = 383.92 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
750.04/1,123.32 = 383.92/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
750.04x = 1,123.32 × 383.92 - Step 4: Simplify right side
750.04x = 431,265.01 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 431,265.01/750.04 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 574.99
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