Finding the Fourth Proportional to 580.54, 870.57 and 397.99
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 580.54, 870.57 and 397.99 is: 596.82
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
580.54 : 870.57 = 397.99 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
580.54/870.57 = 397.99/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
580.54x = 870.57 × 397.99 - Step 4: Simplify right side
580.54x = 346,478.15 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 346,478.15/580.54 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 596.82
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