Finding the Fourth Proportional to 748.04, 1,122.14 and 363
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 748.04, 1,122.14 and 363 is: 544.54
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
748.04 : 1,122.14 = 363 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
748.04/1,122.14 = 363/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
748.04x = 1,122.14 × 363 - Step 4: Simplify right side
748.04x = 407,336.82 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 407,336.82/748.04 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 544.54
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