Finding the Fourth Proportional to 723, 1,084.92 and 381
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 723, 1,084.92 and 381 is: 571.72
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
723 : 1,084.92 = 381 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
723/1,084.92 = 381/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
723x = 1,084.92 × 381 - Step 4: Simplify right side
723x = 413,354.52 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 413,354.52/723 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 571.72
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