Finding the Fourth Proportional to 765.72, 1,147.50 and 621
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 765.72, 1,147.50 and 621 is: 930.62
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
765.72 : 1,147.50 = 621 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
765.72/1,147.50 = 621/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
765.72x = 1,147.50 × 621 - Step 4: Simplify right side
765.72x = 712,597.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 712,597.50/765.72 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 930.62
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