Finding the Fourth Proportional to 570.96, 787.32 and 405
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 570.96, 787.32 and 405 is: 558.47
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
570.96 : 787.32 = 405 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
570.96/787.32 = 405/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
570.96x = 787.32 × 405 - Step 4: Simplify right side
570.96x = 318,864.60 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 318,864.60/570.96 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 558.47
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