Finding the Fourth Proportional to 581, 871.86 and 239
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 581, 871.86 and 239 is: 358.65
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
581 : 871.86 = 239 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
581/871.86 = 239/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
581x = 871.86 × 239 - Step 4: Simplify right side
581x = 208,374.54 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 208,374.54/581 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 358.65
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