Finding the Fourth Proportional to 562.23, 775.62 and 365.70
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 562.23, 775.62 and 365.70 is: 504.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
562.23 : 775.62 = 365.70 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
562.23/775.62 = 365.70/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
562.23x = 775.62 × 365.70 - Step 4: Simplify right side
562.23x = 283,644.23 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 283,644.23/562.23 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 504.50
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