Finding the Fourth Proportional to 909.52, 1,254.75 and 560
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 909.52, 1,254.75 and 560 is: 772.56
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
909.52 : 1,254.75 = 560 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
909.52/1,254.75 = 560/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
909.52x = 1,254.75 × 560 - Step 4: Simplify right side
909.52x = 702,660 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 702,660/909.52 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 772.56
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