Finding the Fourth Proportional to 569,168.28, 785,426.72 and 314,514
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 569,168.28, 785,426.72 and 314,514 is: 434,015.23
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
569,168.28 : 785,426.72 = 314,514 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
569,168.28/785,426.72 = 314,514/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
569,168.28x = 785,426.72 × 314,514 - Step 4: Simplify right side
569,168.28x = 247,027,699,414.08 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 247,027,699,414.08/569,168.28 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 434,015.23
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