Finding the Fourth Proportional to 765.14, 1,056 and 466.40
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 765.14, 1,056 and 466.40 is: 643.69
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
765.14 : 1,056 = 466.40 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
765.14/1,056 = 466.40/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
765.14x = 1,056 × 466.40 - Step 4: Simplify right side
765.14x = 492,513.12 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 492,513.12/765.14 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 643.69
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