Finding the Fourth Proportional to 545.24, 752.73 and 359
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 545.24, 752.73 and 359 is: 495.62
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
545.24 : 752.73 = 359 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
545.24/752.73 = 359/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
545.24x = 752.73 × 359 - Step 4: Simplify right side
545.24x = 270,230.07 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 270,230.07/545.24 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 495.62
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