Finding the Fourth Proportional to 702.84, 1,052 and 373.32
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 702.84, 1,052 and 373.32 is: 558.78
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
702.84 : 1,052 = 373.32 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
702.84/1,052 = 373.32/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
702.84x = 1,052 × 373.32 - Step 4: Simplify right side
702.84x = 392,732.64 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 392,732.64/702.84 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 558.78
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