Finding the Fourth Proportional to 766.72, 1,149 and 622
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 766.72, 1,149 and 622 is: 932.12
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
766.72 : 1,149 = 622 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
766.72/1,149 = 622/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
766.72x = 1,149 × 622 - Step 4: Simplify right side
766.72x = 714,678 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 714,678/766.72 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 932.12
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