Finding the Fourth Proportional to 647.88, 972 and 359.52
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 647.88, 972 and 359.52 is: 539.38
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
647.88 : 972 = 359.52 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
647.88/972 = 359.52/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
647.88x = 972 × 359.52 - Step 4: Simplify right side
647.88x = 349,453.44 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 349,453.44/647.88 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 539.38
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