Finding the Fourth Proportional to 576, 864.32 and 272
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 576, 864.32 and 272 is: 408.15
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
576 : 864.32 = 272 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
576/864.32 = 272/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
576x = 864.32 × 272 - Step 4: Simplify right side
576x = 235,095.04 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 235,095.04/576 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 408.15
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