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Finding the Fourth Proportional to 761.91, 1,051.42 and 430.30

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Solution

The fourth proportional to 761.91, 1,051.42 and 430.30 is: 593.81

Step by Step Solution

  1. Step 1: Write the proportion equation
    761.91 : 1,051.42 = 430.30 : x
  2. Step 2: Convert to fraction form
    761.91/1,051.42 = 430.30/x
  3. Step 3: Cross multiply
    761.91x = 1,051.42 × 430.30
  4. Step 4: Simplify right side
    761.91x = 452,426.03
  5. Step 5: Solve for x
    x = 452,426.03/761.91
  6. Step 6: Final answer
    x = 593.81

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