Finding the Fourth Proportional to 381.80, 526.62 and 308
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 381.80, 526.62 and 308 is: 424.83
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
381.80 : 526.62 = 308 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
381.80/526.62 = 308/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
381.80x = 526.62 × 308 - Step 4: Simplify right side
381.80x = 162,198.96 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 162,198.96/381.80 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 424.83
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