Finding the Fourth Proportional to 2,425, 3,637.50 and 601
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 2,425, 3,637.50 and 601 is: 901.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
2,425 : 3,637.50 = 601 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
2,425/3,637.50 = 601/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
2,425x = 3,637.50 × 601 - Step 4: Simplify right side
2,425x = 2,186,137.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 2,186,137.50/2,425 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 901.50
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