Finding the Fourth Proportional to 756.24, 1,134.36 and 594
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 756.24, 1,134.36 and 594 is: 891
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
756.24 : 1,134.36 = 594 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
756.24/1,134.36 = 594/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
756.24x = 1,134.36 × 594 - Step 4: Simplify right side
756.24x = 673,809.84 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 673,809.84/756.24 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 891
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