Finding the Fourth Proportional to 762, 1,143 and 317.46
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 762, 1,143 and 317.46 is: 476.19
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
762 : 1,143 = 317.46 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
762/1,143 = 317.46/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
762x = 1,143 × 317.46 - Step 4: Simplify right side
762x = 362,856.78 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 362,856.78/762 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 476.19
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