Finding the Fourth Proportional to 752.59, 1,038 and 647.85
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 752.59, 1,038 and 647.85 is: 893.54
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
752.59 : 1,038 = 647.85 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
752.59/1,038 = 647.85/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
752.59x = 1,038 × 647.85 - Step 4: Simplify right side
752.59x = 672,468.30 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 672,468.30/752.59 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 893.54
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