Finding the Fourth Proportional to 1,034.76, 1,428 and 569
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 1,034.76, 1,428 and 569 is: 785.24
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
1,034.76 : 1,428 = 569 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
1,034.76/1,428 = 569/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
1,034.76x = 1,428 × 569 - Step 4: Simplify right side
1,034.76x = 812,532 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 812,532/1,034.76 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 785.24
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