Finding the Fourth Proportional to 743.56, 1,113.72 and 358
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 743.56, 1,113.72 and 358 is: 536.22
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
743.56 : 1,113.72 = 358 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
743.56/1,113.72 = 358/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
743.56x = 1,113.72 × 358 - Step 4: Simplify right side
743.56x = 398,711.76 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 398,711.76/743.56 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 536.22
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