Finding the Fourth Proportional to 552.12, 762 and 319.26
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 552.12, 762 and 319.26 is: 440.62
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
552.12 : 762 = 319.26 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
552.12/762 = 319.26/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
552.12x = 762 × 319.26 - Step 4: Simplify right side
552.12x = 243,276.12 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 243,276.12/552.12 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 440.62
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