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Finding the Fourth Proportional to 761.78, 1,051.27 and 430.21

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Solution

The fourth proportional to 761.78, 1,051.27 and 430.21 is: 593.70

Step by Step Solution

  1. Step 1: Write the proportion equation
    761.78 : 1,051.27 = 430.21 : x
  2. Step 2: Convert to fraction form
    761.78/1,051.27 = 430.21/x
  3. Step 3: Cross multiply
    761.78x = 1,051.27 × 430.21
  4. Step 4: Simplify right side
    761.78x = 452,266.87
  5. Step 5: Solve for x
    x = 452,266.87/761.78
  6. Step 6: Final answer
    x = 593.70

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