Finding the Fourth Proportional to 550.38, 825.72 and 489.93
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 550.38, 825.72 and 489.93 is: 735.03
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
550.38 : 825.72 = 489.93 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
550.38/825.72 = 489.93/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
550.38x = 825.72 × 489.93 - Step 4: Simplify right side
550.38x = 404,545.84 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 404,545.84/550.38 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 735.03
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