Finding the Fourth Proportional to 751.78, 1,037.40 and 472
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 751.78, 1,037.40 and 472 is: 651.32
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
751.78 : 1,037.40 = 472 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
751.78/1,037.40 = 472/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
751.78x = 1,037.40 × 472 - Step 4: Simplify right side
751.78x = 489,652.80 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 489,652.80/751.78 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 651.32
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