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Finding the Fourth Proportional to 750.08, 1,034.96 and 439.52

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Solution

The fourth proportional to 750.08, 1,034.96 and 439.52 is: 606.45

Step by Step Solution

  1. Step 1: Write the proportion equation
    750.08 : 1,034.96 = 439.52 : x
  2. Step 2: Convert to fraction form
    750.08/1,034.96 = 439.52/x
  3. Step 3: Cross multiply
    750.08x = 1,034.96 × 439.52
  4. Step 4: Simplify right side
    750.08x = 454,885.62
  5. Step 5: Solve for x
    x = 454,885.62/750.08
  6. Step 6: Final answer
    x = 606.45

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