Finding the Fourth Proportional to 751.64, 1,037.23 and 420
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 751.64, 1,037.23 and 420 is: 579.58
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
751.64 : 1,037.23 = 420 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
751.64/1,037.23 = 420/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
751.64x = 1,037.23 × 420 - Step 4: Simplify right side
751.64x = 435,635.55 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 435,635.55/751.64 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 579.58
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