Finding the Fourth Proportional to 565, 780.12 and 418
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 565, 780.12 and 418 is: 577.15
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
565 : 780.12 = 418 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
565/780.12 = 418/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
565x = 780.12 × 418 - Step 4: Simplify right side
565x = 326,090.16 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 326,090.16/565 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 577.15
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