Finding the Fourth Proportional to 571.80, 858 and 312
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 571.80, 858 and 312 is: 468.16
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
571.80 : 858 = 312 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
571.80/858 = 312/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
571.80x = 858 × 312 - Step 4: Simplify right side
571.80x = 267,696 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 267,696/571.80 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 468.16
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