Finding the Fourth Proportional to 870.36, 1,305.54 and 357
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 870.36, 1,305.54 and 357 is: 535.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
870.36 : 1,305.54 = 357 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
870.36/1,305.54 = 357/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
870.36x = 1,305.54 × 357 - Step 4: Simplify right side
870.36x = 466,077.78 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 466,077.78/870.36 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 535.50
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