Finding the Fourth Proportional to 382.48, 573.72 and 126
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 382.48, 573.72 and 126 is: 189
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
382.48 : 573.72 = 126 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
382.48/573.72 = 126/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
382.48x = 573.72 × 126 - Step 4: Simplify right side
382.48x = 72,288.72 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 72,288.72/382.48 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 189
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