Finding the Fourth Proportional to 587.11, 809.28 and 462.58
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 587.11, 809.28 and 462.58 is: 637.63
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
587.11 : 809.28 = 462.58 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
587.11/809.28 = 462.58/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
587.11x = 809.28 × 462.58 - Step 4: Simplify right side
587.11x = 374,356.74 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 374,356.74/587.11 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 637.63
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