Finding the Fourth Proportional to 858.07, 1,286.97 and 370.99
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 858.07, 1,286.97 and 370.99 is: 556.43
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
858.07 : 1,286.97 = 370.99 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
858.07/1,286.97 = 370.99/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
858.07x = 1,286.97 × 370.99 - Step 4: Simplify right side
858.07x = 477,453.00 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 477,453.00/858.07 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 556.43
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