Finding the Fourth Proportional to 585.64, 878.50 and 297
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 585.64, 878.50 and 297 is: 445.52
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
585.64 : 878.50 = 297 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
585.64/878.50 = 297/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
585.64x = 878.50 × 297 - Step 4: Simplify right side
585.64x = 260,914.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 260,914.50/585.64 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 445.52
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