Finding the Fourth Proportional to 512.84, 707.82 and 357.50
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 512.84, 707.82 and 357.50 is: 493.42
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
512.84 : 707.82 = 357.50 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
512.84/707.82 = 357.50/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
512.84x = 707.82 × 357.50 - Step 4: Simplify right side
512.84x = 253,045.65 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 253,045.65/512.84 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 493.42
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