Finding the Fourth Proportional to 382.16, 573.24 and 370
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 382.16, 573.24 and 370 is: 555
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
382.16 : 573.24 = 370 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
382.16/573.24 = 370/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
382.16x = 573.24 × 370 - Step 4: Simplify right side
382.16x = 212,098.80 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 212,098.80/382.16 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 555
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