Finding the Fourth Proportional to 753.12, 1,038 and 604.08
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 753.12, 1,038 and 604.08 is: 832.58
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
753.12 : 1,038 = 604.08 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
753.12/1,038 = 604.08/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
753.12x = 1,038 × 604.08 - Step 4: Simplify right side
753.12x = 627,035.04 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 627,035.04/753.12 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 832.58
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