Finding the Fourth Proportional to 730.46, 1,008.27 and 482
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 730.46, 1,008.27 and 482 is: 665.32
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
730.46 : 1,008.27 = 482 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
730.46/1,008.27 = 482/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
730.46x = 1,008.27 × 482 - Step 4: Simplify right side
730.46x = 485,986.14 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 485,986.14/730.46 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 665.32
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