Finding the Fourth Proportional to 527.28, 727.96 and 368
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 527.28, 727.96 and 368 is: 508.06
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
527.28 : 727.96 = 368 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
527.28/727.96 = 368/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
527.28x = 727.96 × 368 - Step 4: Simplify right side
527.28x = 267,889.28 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 267,889.28/527.28 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 508.06
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