Finding the Fourth Proportional to 758, 1,136.50 and 319.52
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 758, 1,136.50 and 319.52 is: 479.07
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
758 : 1,136.50 = 319.52 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
758/1,136.50 = 319.52/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
758x = 1,136.50 × 319.52 - Step 4: Simplify right side
758x = 363,134.48 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 363,134.48/758 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 479.07
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