Finding the Fourth Proportional to 588, 811.44 and 381
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 588, 811.44 and 381 is: 525.78
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
588 : 811.44 = 381 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
588/811.44 = 381/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
588x = 811.44 × 381 - Step 4: Simplify right side
588x = 309,158.64 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 309,158.64/588 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 525.78
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