Finding the Fourth Proportional to 761.64, 1,144 and 454.10
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 761.64, 1,144 and 454.10 is: 682.07
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
761.64 : 1,144 = 454.10 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
761.64/1,144 = 454.10/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
761.64x = 1,144 × 454.10 - Step 4: Simplify right side
761.64x = 519,490.40 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 519,490.40/761.64 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 682.07
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