Finding the Fourth Proportional to 395.96, 593.22 and 335
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 395.96, 593.22 and 335 is: 501.89
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
395.96 : 593.22 = 335 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
395.96/593.22 = 335/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
395.96x = 593.22 × 335 - Step 4: Simplify right side
395.96x = 198,728.70 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 198,728.70/395.96 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 501.89
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