Finding the Fourth Proportional to 499.68, 749.52 and 243
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 499.68, 749.52 and 243 is: 364.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
499.68 : 749.52 = 243 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
499.68/749.52 = 243/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
499.68x = 749.52 × 243 - Step 4: Simplify right side
499.68x = 182,133.36 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 182,133.36/499.68 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 364.50
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