Finding the Fourth Proportional to 622.26, 926.70 and 585
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 622.26, 926.70 and 585 is: 871.21
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
622.26 : 926.70 = 585 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
622.26/926.70 = 585/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
622.26x = 926.70 × 585 - Step 4: Simplify right side
622.26x = 542,119.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 542,119.50/622.26 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 871.21
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