Finding the Fourth Proportional to 753.20, 1,129.44 and 368
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 753.20, 1,129.44 and 368 is: 551.82
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
753.20 : 1,129.44 = 368 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
753.20/1,129.44 = 368/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
753.20x = 1,129.44 × 368 - Step 4: Simplify right side
753.20x = 415,633.92 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 415,633.92/753.20 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 551.82
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