Finding the Fourth Proportional to 569,581.62, 785,991.24 and 314,916
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 569,581.62, 785,991.24 and 314,916 is: 434,566.72
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
569,581.62 : 785,991.24 = 314,916 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
569,581.62/785,991.24 = 314,916/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
569,581.62x = 785,991.24 × 314,916 - Step 4: Simplify right side
569,581.62x = 247,521,217,335.84 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 247,521,217,335.84/569,581.62 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 434,566.72
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