Finding the Fourth Proportional to 647.18, 892.68 and 385
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 647.18, 892.68 and 385 is: 531.05
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
647.18 : 892.68 = 385 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
647.18/892.68 = 385/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
647.18x = 892.68 × 385 - Step 4: Simplify right side
647.18x = 343,681.80 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 343,681.80/647.18 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 531.05
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