Finding the Fourth Proportional to 578.64, 867.96 and 254
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 578.64, 867.96 and 254 is: 381
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
578.64 : 867.96 = 254 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
578.64/867.96 = 254/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
578.64x = 867.96 × 254 - Step 4: Simplify right side
578.64x = 220,461.84 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 220,461.84/578.64 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 381
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