Finding the Fourth Proportional to 762.88, 1,144.32 and 520
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 762.88, 1,144.32 and 520 is: 780
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
762.88 : 1,144.32 = 520 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
762.88/1,144.32 = 520/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
762.88x = 1,144.32 × 520 - Step 4: Simplify right side
762.88x = 595,046.40 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 595,046.40/762.88 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 780
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