Finding the Fourth Proportional to 738.12, 1,018.20 and 489
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 738.12, 1,018.20 and 489 is: 674.55
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
738.12 : 1,018.20 = 489 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
738.12/1,018.20 = 489/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
738.12x = 1,018.20 × 489 - Step 4: Simplify right side
738.12x = 497,899.80 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 497,899.80/738.12 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 674.55
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