Finding the Fourth Proportional to 587, 880.50 and 245
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 587, 880.50 and 245 is: 367.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
587 : 880.50 = 245 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
587/880.50 = 245/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
587x = 880.50 × 245 - Step 4: Simplify right side
587x = 215,722.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 215,722.50/587 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 367.50
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