Finding the Fourth Proportional to 380.52, 526.14 and 363
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 380.52, 526.14 and 363 is: 501.92
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
380.52 : 526.14 = 363 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
380.52/526.14 = 363/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
380.52x = 526.14 × 363 - Step 4: Simplify right side
380.52x = 190,988.82 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 190,988.82/380.52 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 501.92
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