Finding the Fourth Proportional to 757.26, 1,044 and 590.82
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 757.26, 1,044 and 590.82 is: 814.54
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
757.26 : 1,044 = 590.82 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
757.26/1,044 = 590.82/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
757.26x = 1,044 × 590.82 - Step 4: Simplify right side
757.26x = 616,816.08 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 616,816.08/757.26 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 814.54
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