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Finding the Fourth Proportional to 750.62, 1,035.87 and 440.06

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Solution

The fourth proportional to 750.62, 1,035.87 and 440.06 is: 607.29

Step by Step Solution

  1. Step 1: Write the proportion equation
    750.62 : 1,035.87 = 440.06 : x
  2. Step 2: Convert to fraction form
    750.62/1,035.87 = 440.06/x
  3. Step 3: Cross multiply
    750.62x = 1,035.87 × 440.06
  4. Step 4: Simplify right side
    750.62x = 455,844.95
  5. Step 5: Solve for x
    x = 455,844.95/750.62
  6. Step 6: Final answer
    x = 607.29

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