Finding the Fourth Proportional to 756.72, 1,135.08 and 414
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 756.72, 1,135.08 and 414 is: 621
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
756.72 : 1,135.08 = 414 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
756.72/1,135.08 = 414/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
756.72x = 1,135.08 × 414 - Step 4: Simplify right side
756.72x = 469,923.12 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 469,923.12/756.72 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 621
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