Finding the Fourth Proportional to 571.10, 855 and 447.57
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 571.10, 855 and 447.57 is: 670.07
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
571.10 : 855 = 447.57 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
571.10/855 = 447.57/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
571.10x = 855 × 447.57 - Step 4: Simplify right side
571.10x = 382,672.35 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 382,672.35/571.10 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 670.07
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