Finding the Fourth Proportional to 622.12, 858.66 and 415
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 622.12, 858.66 and 415 is: 572.79
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
622.12 : 858.66 = 415 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
622.12/858.66 = 415/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
622.12x = 858.66 × 415 - Step 4: Simplify right side
622.12x = 356,343.90 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 356,343.90/622.12 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 572.79
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