Finding the Fourth Proportional to 852.76, 1,280 and 575.08
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 852.76, 1,280 and 575.08 is: 863.20
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
852.76 : 1,280 = 575.08 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
852.76/1,280 = 575.08/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
852.76x = 1,280 × 575.08 - Step 4: Simplify right side
852.76x = 736,102.40 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 736,102.40/852.76 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 863.20
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