Finding the Fourth Proportional to 582.89, 873.86 and 217.62
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 582.89, 873.86 and 217.62 is: 326.25
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
582.89 : 873.86 = 217.62 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
582.89/873.86 = 217.62/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
582.89x = 873.86 × 217.62 - Step 4: Simplify right side
582.89x = 190,168.33 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 190,168.33/582.89 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 326.25
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