Finding the Fourth Proportional to 719.56, 1,079.06 and 287
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 719.56, 1,079.06 and 287 is: 430.39
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
719.56 : 1,079.06 = 287 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
719.56/1,079.06 = 287/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
719.56x = 1,079.06 × 287 - Step 4: Simplify right side
719.56x = 309,690.22 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 309,690.22/719.56 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 430.39
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