Finding the Fourth Proportional to 384.98, 576.72 and 333
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 384.98, 576.72 and 333 is: 498.86
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
384.98 : 576.72 = 333 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
384.98/576.72 = 333/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
384.98x = 576.72 × 333 - Step 4: Simplify right side
384.98x = 192,047.76 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 192,047.76/384.98 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 498.86
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