Finding the Fourth Proportional to 757, 1,044.66 and 481
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 757, 1,044.66 and 481 is: 663.78
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
757 : 1,044.66 = 481 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
757/1,044.66 = 481/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
757x = 1,044.66 × 481 - Step 4: Simplify right side
757x = 502,481.46 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 502,481.46/757 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 663.78
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