Finding the Fourth Proportional to 552.81, 762.88 and 331.78
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 552.81, 762.88 and 331.78 is: 457.86
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
552.81 : 762.88 = 331.78 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
552.81/762.88 = 331.78/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
552.81x = 762.88 × 331.78 - Step 4: Simplify right side
552.81x = 253,108.33 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 253,108.33/552.81 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 457.86
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