Finding the Fourth Proportional to 587, 809.58 and 430.22
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 587, 809.58 and 430.22 is: 593.35
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
587 : 809.58 = 430.22 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
587/809.58 = 430.22/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
587x = 809.58 × 430.22 - Step 4: Simplify right side
587x = 348,297.51 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 348,297.51/587 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 593.35
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