Finding the Fourth Proportional to 586, 879.36 and 244
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 586, 879.36 and 244 is: 366.15
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
586 : 879.36 = 244 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
586/879.36 = 244/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
586x = 879.36 × 244 - Step 4: Simplify right side
586x = 214,563.84 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 214,563.84/586 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 366.15
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