Finding the Fourth Proportional to 580, 800.58 and 373
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 580, 800.58 and 373 is: 514.86
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
580 : 800.58 = 373 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
580/800.58 = 373/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
580x = 800.58 × 373 - Step 4: Simplify right side
580x = 298,616.34 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 298,616.34/580 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 514.86
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