Finding the Fourth Proportional to 380.99, 571.89 and 285.41
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 380.99, 571.89 and 285.41 is: 428.42
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
380.99 : 571.89 = 285.41 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
380.99/571.89 = 285.41/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
380.99x = 571.89 × 285.41 - Step 4: Simplify right side
380.99x = 163,220.27 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 163,220.27/380.99 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 428.42
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