Finding the Fourth Proportional to 574, 792.14 and 367
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 574, 792.14 and 367 is: 506.47
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
574 : 792.14 = 367 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
574/792.14 = 367/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
574x = 792.14 × 367 - Step 4: Simplify right side
574x = 290,715.38 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 290,715.38/574 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 506.47
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