Finding the Fourth Proportional to 723.08, 1,086.24 and 587
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 723.08, 1,086.24 and 587 is: 881.82
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
723.08 : 1,086.24 = 587 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
723.08/1,086.24 = 587/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
723.08x = 1,086.24 × 587 - Step 4: Simplify right side
723.08x = 637,622.88 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 637,622.88/723.08 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 881.82
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