Finding the Fourth Proportional to 871.98, 1,307.70 and 385.44
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 871.98, 1,307.70 and 385.44 is: 578.04
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
871.98 : 1,307.70 = 385.44 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
871.98/1,307.70 = 385.44/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
871.98x = 1,307.70 × 385.44 - Step 4: Simplify right side
871.98x = 504,039.89 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 504,039.89/871.98 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 578.04
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