Finding the Fourth Proportional to 574.52, 791.91 and 450
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 574.52, 791.91 and 450 is: 620.28
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
574.52 : 791.91 = 450 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
574.52/791.91 = 450/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
574.52x = 791.91 × 450 - Step 4: Simplify right side
574.52x = 356,359.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 356,359.50/574.52 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 620.28
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