Finding the Fourth Proportional to 580.48, 870.72 and 352
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 580.48, 870.72 and 352 is: 528
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
580.48 : 870.72 = 352 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
580.48/870.72 = 352/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
580.48x = 870.72 × 352 - Step 4: Simplify right side
580.48x = 306,493.44 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 306,493.44/580.48 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 528
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