Finding the Fourth Proportional to 703.24, 1,055.10 and 361
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 703.24, 1,055.10 and 361 is: 541.62
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
703.24 : 1,055.10 = 361 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
703.24/1,055.10 = 361/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
703.24x = 1,055.10 × 361 - Step 4: Simplify right side
703.24x = 380,891.10 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 380,891.10/703.24 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 541.62
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