Finding the Fourth Proportional to 580, 870 and 323.52
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 580, 870 and 323.52 is: 485.28
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
580 : 870 = 323.52 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
580/870 = 323.52/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
580x = 870 × 323.52 - Step 4: Simplify right side
580x = 281,462.40 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 281,462.40/580 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 485.28
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