Finding the Fourth Proportional to 760.02, 1,139.82 and 540
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 760.02, 1,139.82 and 540 is: 809.85
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
760.02 : 1,139.82 = 540 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
760.02/1,139.82 = 540/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
760.02x = 1,139.82 × 540 - Step 4: Simplify right side
760.02x = 615,502.80 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 615,502.80/760.02 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 809.85
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