Finding the Fourth Proportional to 380.52, 524.76 and 292
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 380.52, 524.76 and 292 is: 402.69
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
380.52 : 524.76 = 292 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
380.52/524.76 = 292/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
380.52x = 524.76 × 292 - Step 4: Simplify right side
380.52x = 153,229.92 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 153,229.92/380.52 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 402.69
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