Finding the Fourth Proportional to 571.32, 858.42 and 366
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 571.32, 858.42 and 366 is: 549.92
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
571.32 : 858.42 = 366 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
571.32/858.42 = 366/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
571.32x = 858.42 × 366 - Step 4: Simplify right side
571.32x = 314,181.72 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 314,181.72/571.32 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 549.92
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