Finding the Fourth Proportional to 487.10, 671.70 and 382
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 487.10, 671.70 and 382 is: 526.77
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
487.10 : 671.70 = 382 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
487.10/671.70 = 382/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
487.10x = 671.70 × 382 - Step 4: Simplify right side
487.10x = 256,589.40 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 256,589.40/487.10 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 526.77
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