Finding the Fourth Proportional to 576.34, 864.43 and 159.91
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 576.34, 864.43 and 159.91 is: 239.84
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
576.34 : 864.43 = 159.91 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
576.34/864.43 = 159.91/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
576.34x = 864.43 × 159.91 - Step 4: Simplify right side
576.34x = 138,228.44 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 138,228.44/576.34 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 239.84
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