Finding the Fourth Proportional to 399.16, 598.74 and 370
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 399.16, 598.74 and 370 is: 555
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
399.16 : 598.74 = 370 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
399.16/598.74 = 370/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
399.16x = 598.74 × 370 - Step 4: Simplify right side
399.16x = 221,533.80 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 221,533.80/399.16 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 555
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