Finding the Fourth Proportional to 382, 527.28 and 244
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 382, 527.28 and 244 is: 336.80
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
382 : 527.28 = 244 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
382/527.28 = 244/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
382x = 527.28 × 244 - Step 4: Simplify right side
382x = 128,656.32 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 128,656.32/382 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 336.80
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