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Finding the Fourth Proportional to 750.48, 1,035.68 and 440

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Solution

The fourth proportional to 750.48, 1,035.68 and 440 is: 607.21

Step by Step Solution

  1. Step 1: Write the proportion equation
    750.48 : 1,035.68 = 440 : x
  2. Step 2: Convert to fraction form
    750.48/1,035.68 = 440/x
  3. Step 3: Cross multiply
    750.48x = 1,035.68 × 440
  4. Step 4: Simplify right side
    750.48x = 455,699.20
  5. Step 5: Solve for x
    x = 455,699.20/750.48
  6. Step 6: Final answer
    x = 607.21

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