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Finding the Fourth Proportional to 750.10, 1,035.62 and 514.44

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Solution

The fourth proportional to 750.10, 1,035.62 and 514.44 is: 710.26

Step by Step Solution

  1. Step 1: Write the proportion equation
    750.10 : 1,035.62 = 514.44 : x
  2. Step 2: Convert to fraction form
    750.10/1,035.62 = 514.44/x
  3. Step 3: Cross multiply
    750.10x = 1,035.62 × 514.44
  4. Step 4: Simplify right side
    750.10x = 532,764.35
  5. Step 5: Solve for x
    x = 532,764.35/750.10
  6. Step 6: Final answer
    x = 710.26

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