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Finding the Fourth Proportional to 761.58, 1,051.07 and 430.10

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Solution

The fourth proportional to 761.58, 1,051.07 and 430.10 is: 593.59

Step by Step Solution

  1. Step 1: Write the proportion equation
    761.58 : 1,051.07 = 430.10 : x
  2. Step 2: Convert to fraction form
    761.58/1,051.07 = 430.10/x
  3. Step 3: Cross multiply
    761.58x = 1,051.07 × 430.10
  4. Step 4: Simplify right side
    761.58x = 452,065.21
  5. Step 5: Solve for x
    x = 452,065.21/761.58
  6. Step 6: Final answer
    x = 593.59

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