Finding the Fourth Proportional to 512.72, 706.92 and 374.48
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 512.72, 706.92 and 374.48 is: 516.32
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
512.72 : 706.92 = 374.48 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
512.72/706.92 = 374.48/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
512.72x = 706.92 × 374.48 - Step 4: Simplify right side
512.72x = 264,727.40 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 264,727.40/512.72 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 516.32
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