Finding the Fourth Proportional to 575.64, 863.50 and 287
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 575.64, 863.50 and 287 is: 430.52
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
575.64 : 863.50 = 287 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
575.64/863.50 = 287/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
575.64x = 863.50 × 287 - Step 4: Simplify right side
575.64x = 247,824.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 247,824.50/575.64 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 430.52
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