Finding the Fourth Proportional to 840.64, 1,159.68 and 724
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 840.64, 1,159.68 and 724 is: 998.77
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
840.64 : 1,159.68 = 724 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
840.64/1,159.68 = 724/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
840.64x = 1,159.68 × 724 - Step 4: Simplify right side
840.64x = 839,608.32 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 839,608.32/840.64 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 998.77
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