Finding the Fourth Proportional to 753.83, 1,040.57 and 675
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 753.83, 1,040.57 and 675 is: 931.76
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
753.83 : 1,040.57 = 675 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
753.83/1,040.57 = 675/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
753.83x = 1,040.57 × 675 - Step 4: Simplify right side
753.83x = 702,381.38 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 702,381.38/753.83 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 931.76
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