Finding the Fourth Proportional to 568.02, 783.60 and 335
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 568.02, 783.60 and 335 is: 462.14
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
568.02 : 783.60 = 335 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
568.02/783.60 = 335/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
568.02x = 783.60 × 335 - Step 4: Simplify right side
568.02x = 262,506 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 262,506/568.02 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 462.14
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