Finding the Fourth Proportional to 362.83, 500.33 and 284
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 362.83, 500.33 and 284 is: 391.63
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
362.83 : 500.33 = 284 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
362.83/500.33 = 284/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
362.83x = 500.33 × 284 - Step 4: Simplify right side
362.83x = 142,092.30 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 142,092.30/362.83 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 391.63
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