Finding the Fourth Proportional to 768.68, 1,146.94 and 722
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 768.68, 1,146.94 and 722 is: 1,077.29
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
768.68 : 1,146.94 = 722 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
768.68/1,146.94 = 722/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
768.68x = 1,146.94 × 722 - Step 4: Simplify right side
768.68x = 828,090.68 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 828,090.68/768.68 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 1,077.29
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