Finding the Fourth Proportional to 569.97, 855.09 and 408.87
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 569.97, 855.09 and 408.87 is: 613.40
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
569.97 : 855.09 = 408.87 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
569.97/855.09 = 408.87/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
569.97x = 855.09 × 408.87 - Step 4: Simplify right side
569.97x = 349,620.65 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 349,620.65/569.97 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 613.40
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