Finding the Fourth Proportional to 924.02, 1,274.99 and 550.99
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 924.02, 1,274.99 and 550.99 is: 760.27
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
924.02 : 1,274.99 = 550.99 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
924.02/1,274.99 = 550.99/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
924.02x = 1,274.99 × 550.99 - Step 4: Simplify right side
924.02x = 702,506.74 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 702,506.74/924.02 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 760.27
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