Finding the Fourth Proportional to 587, 810.06 and 380
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 587, 810.06 and 380 is: 524.40
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
587 : 810.06 = 380 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
587/810.06 = 380/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
587x = 810.06 × 380 - Step 4: Simplify right side
587x = 307,822.80 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 307,822.80/587 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 524.40
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