Finding the Fourth Proportional to 580.56, 801 and 525.12
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 580.56, 801 and 525.12 is: 724.51
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
580.56 : 801 = 525.12 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
580.56/801 = 525.12/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
580.56x = 801 × 525.12 - Step 4: Simplify right side
580.56x = 420,621.12 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 420,621.12/580.56 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 724.51
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