Finding the Fourth Proportional to 752, 1,128.02 and 239
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 752, 1,128.02 and 239 is: 358.51
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
752 : 1,128.02 = 239 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
752/1,128.02 = 239/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
752x = 1,128.02 × 239 - Step 4: Simplify right side
752x = 269,596.78 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 269,596.78/752 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 358.51
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