Finding the Fourth Proportional to 577.01, 860.95 and 542
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 577.01, 860.95 and 542 is: 808.71
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
577.01 : 860.95 = 542 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
577.01/860.95 = 542/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
577.01x = 860.95 × 542 - Step 4: Simplify right side
577.01x = 466,634.90 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 466,634.90/577.01 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 808.71
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